Pista or pistachios are something that are tasty and nutritious as well. They are loaded with nutrients, antioxidants, are high in proteins, low in calories and just so many health benefits these nuts are full of that it is good to have some everyday. Let's take a closer look at what all it is full of and what all pistas can provide us all.
Nutrients
A small serving of pists which is around 49 of them contains 159 calories, 8 grams of carbs, 3 grams of fiber & 11 % phosphorous.
Antioxidants
We all know tthat antioxidants are important for health and pistas are a big source of the same. This dry fruit has the most of it, even more than walnuts and pecans.
Weight Loss
Pistas may be good for weight loss as they come under the category of energy-dense food.
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Gut Bacteria
Super high in fiber, pista is super good for the gut bacteria. If you have pistachios then it may increase the number of bacteria that are good for short-chain fatty acids.
Blood Pressure & Cholesterol
They are said to be good for lowering our cholesterol and blood pressure which means it may reduce the risk of heart diseases in some ways.
Blood Vessels
It is important that we keep the inner lining of our blood vessels healthy, which is also known as endothelium. If it by chance does not, then you are at risk for heart disease. Here is where pistachio comes into play. How? They are rich in L-arginine which helps in dilating our blood vessels when converted into nitric oxide.
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