What Nutrients Does Pistachio Have?
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- Oct 25,2021
Summary
Pistachios have a variety of nutrients, which can supplement a variety of required elements in the body. Today, let’s talk about the nutritional content of pistachios.
Pistachios are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant elements. They are low in fat, low in calories, and high in fiber. They are a wise choice for health. The following is an introduction to the nutrients of pistachios.
1. Oleic acid
The fat content in pistachios is relatively high, and fat is divided into saturated fat and unsaturated fat. Unsaturated fat is divided into polyunsaturated fat and monounsaturated fat. Oleic acid is a relatively main monounsaturated fat. Oleic acid can lower cholesterol in the blood and is beneficial to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health.
2. Vitamin E
Pistachios have strong antioxidant effects of vitamin E, which can maintain unsaturated fats and prevent them from being oxidized. In the human body, vitamin E is beneficial to anti-aging, skincare, and anti-aortic atherosclerosis.
3. Proanthocyanidins
Pistachios contain proanthocyanidins. Proanthocyanidins are different from anthocyanins. Anthocyanins are water-soluble natural pigments that are mostly found in vegetables, fruits, and flowers. Procyanidins are substances that can produce anthocyanins under thermal acid treatment. Procyanidins are Natural antioxidants that can scavenge free radicals in the human body and have the effects of lowering blood lipids and blood pressure.
4. Lutein
The green dried pistachio contains more colorful lutein. Lutein also has a strong antioxidant effect. In addition, lutein can resist macular degeneration of the fundus.
5. Resveratrol
Resveratrol is also one of the well-known pure natural antioxidants, which can lower cholesterol and inhibit lipid peroxidation. In addition to maintaining the endocrine system, Resveratrol also has a variety of effects such as enhancing immunity, preventing cancer, antiviral treatment, and delaying aging.
6. Quercetin
Quercetin is a flavonoid with strong antioxidant properties.
7. Phytosterols
Pistachios contain more phytosterols. They have a molecular structure similar to cholesterol. Unlike animal cholesterol, animal cholesterol can cause atherosclerosis, while phytosterols are will not. In addition, phytosterols will be absorbed by the intestine instead of animal cholesterol, which can effectively reduce cholesterol and prevent atherosclerosis.
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