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Why Are Nuts Healthy?
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1. Nuts basic information
Nuts are unbreakable, dried fruits that have a single seed and also a thick, hard fruit (pollen). They are high in fat and protein, high in calories. They provide the body with valuable mineral ingredients (phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium), vitamins (mainly A, E and B), monounsaturated fatty acids, polyoxygenic fiber, phytosterols or phenolic compounds. All of these substances have been shown to have beneficial effects on human health.2. Nuts of all kinds
Nowadays, the largest production of these nuts is observed in China and the United States. Another popular variety of nuts in Poland is walnut, which is mainly used in the food industry, but is also used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals industries (H. Ciennewska, K. Ratusz, 2012).3. The nutritional value of the selected nuts
Below is the nutritional value of selected types of nuts per 100 g of product (H. Kunachowicz et al. 2016).4. The health properties of nuts
Because of the high nutritional value of pistachio gluten, it is recommended that the whole population consume other essential nutrients found in pistachios, such as polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), which are rich in a variety of nutrients that have beneficial effects on health. Many studies have shown that they have a beneficial effect on the function of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid in the blood of a person. In addition, several studies have found that they may have a positive effect on human health. A number of studies have suggested that omega-3 fatty and omega-3 protein sources may also play a role in the development of antibodies, as well as in determining the effectiveness of these metabolic processes.5. Summary
In summary, nuts are rich in many valuable compounds. They should be a regular part of the human diet. However, it should be borne in mind that they contain a large number of kilocalories, so consuming them too much can lead to weight gain.
