PISTACHIO (Latin: Pistacia) is a member of the Anacardiaceae family. It grows naturally in the Canary Islands, north-west Africa, southern Europe, central and eastern Asia and southern North America.
Pistachios have a pleasant taste and smell and are eaten fresh, salted or fried. The seeds are added to ice cream, cakes and marzipan. Widely used in confectionery and culinary applications.
– High-quality, non-drying pistachio oil is used in sweets and sausages, perfumery and medicine. Often used for body massages.
– The use of pistachio leaf sprouts for a variety of insect bites is of great importance for folk farming. They contain up to 50% tannins. They are used in tanning the best types of leather. The leaf sprouts also make excellent raspberry dyes for carpets and silk, and blue and black dyes for textiles.
Health benefits of pistachios
– Daily consumption of pistachios is heart-strengthening, has a positive effect on the blood vessels and can reduce the risk of heart disease.
– It is advisable to eat it if your heart rate has increased, if you have liver disease or if you complain of nausea.
– Helps regulate blood cholesterol levels. Researchers say that snacking on pistachio nuts twice a day significantly lowers blood cholesterol levels and the likelihood of heart disease.
– An excellent source of antioxidants.
– Those with poor eyesight are advised to eat them much more often: the elements lutein and zeaxatin are very beneficial for eyesight and prevent eye strain.
– Positive effects on brain and liver function.
– Helps during periods of intense physical activity and faster recovery from serious illness.
– It has blood purifying properties.
– Pistachio oil is used to remove freckles and blemishes on the skin.
– Helps with stomach cramps.
– Helps with weight management and cleansing the body of toxins.
– Reduces the risk of cancer and helps to cleanse the body of free radicals.
– Scientists have found that just 30 grams of pistachios every day increases male potency.
– The essential oils in these nuts invigorate the body and improve mood.