Hazelnuts, pistachios, almonds, cashews, peanuts, walnuts - our favorite treats. Fortunately, nuts are very useful, they are the most important products necessary in the daily human diet.
For reference: The nuts were a very important part of the menu of our ancestors, so our body literally needs at the cellular level in the nut "investments". However, it is important to remember that to use this product correctly you need, otherwise there is a risk that the "bust" will lead to irreversible processes in the body. On this and will talk in more detail.
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Our ancestors intuitively knew how useful nuts, and in our time, with the help of modern science, has It has long been thoroughly studied the chemical composition of these fruits, bringing undeniable benefits for the human body thanks:
• carbohydrates;
• dietary fiber;
• B vitamins A, E and B;
• polyunsaturated fatty acids (Omega-3, Omega-6 and Omega-9);
• micro- and macroelements (iron, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, copper);
• complex proteins (this is especially important for vegetarianism, as they may replace the proteins in meat are completely satisfied in their need of the organism);
• a high fat content (in the product is an advantage rather than a disadvantage, since for normal functioning of the body fat is needed, particularly those useful as omega-3).
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Furthermore uncontested use of nuts in general, each type of nuts having more improved composition is unique in its own way.
Walnut already in shape resembling a human brain does have a beneficial effect on him:
• improves brain blood flow, thereby slowing its aging;
• improves memory;
• improves the elasticity of blood vessels, preventing the occurrence of atherosclerosis.
Almonds:
• helps to speed up the treatment of the gastrointestinal tract;
• acts as a mild laxative;
• It is a natural sedative.
cashews most often used;
• the treatment of teeth and gums;
• as a restorative remedy for colds.
Brazilian nut such useful qualities:
• purifies the blood cholesterol;
• contains a high amount of fiber, through which is an essential thing for the intestine;
• due to the large content of selenium, it has a preventive effect on the occurrence of cancer cells;
• strengthens the immune system;
• participates in the fight against free radicals;
• normalizes blood sugar levels;
• in spite of its caloric content, it helps burn fat.
Hazelnut on the content of a large number of protein got its second name "vegetable meat", and pistachios is "rejuvenating" nuts are used in low-calorie diets, as well as they are:
• contribute to the improvement of vision;
• strengthening bone tissues and teeth;
• possess antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties;
• beneficial effect on the circulatory system of the body..
When nuts can be harmful
Its miraculous properties nuts can lose at incorrect storage or due to incorrect assembly. In this case, they can carry a huge harm to the body, can cause serious poisoning.
Additionally nuts can cause severe allergic reactions, lead to the heaviness in the stomach because of the complicated process of digestion. In order not to harm the body, should adhere to the basic rules of the use of these unique and unique fruits of nature:
• One handful (7-10 cores) of nuts a day! Moreover, the best option would be to use more than one kind of nuts, but several;
• should eat nuts in the morning, but not for breakfast and after a hearty dinner (better if it is lunch);
• ideal "companion" nuts are dried fruits, bananas, apples, pears, fresh vegetables and herbs;
• not to be nuts to fry - they lose some of their useful properties;
• In no case can not eat at least a little moldy, that it may contribute to irreversible processes in the body.
Use these rules, and your body will get the most benefit from these gifts of nature. Be healthy!
