Le virtù della frutta secca | eatparade
The dried fruit is a food of excellent quality. Recently, scientific studies of international importance have highlighted the beneficial effects on the risk of cardiovascular disease.
The dried fruit is a source of virtue and its importance is emphasized often. Alongside the undisputed properties of fresh fruit should not be underestimated, especially with the arrival of autumn and with the change of season, the importance of the quality of the dried fruit.
Dried fruit includes a wide range of goodies – walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, peanuts, pine nuts – by the high energy density and rich in vitamins beneficial to the organism.
The calories contained in these foods come mostly from good fats whose consumption is recommended by guidelines for a healthy diet. The nuts, for example, contain omega 3 which increase levels of “good” fats in the blood, the fatty acids that protect the heart, but also iron, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, vitamin A, B and C. The fatty acids hazelnuts, instead, are useful to prevent arteriosclerosis and vascular diseases and protect the tissues from aging. Almonds are good for bones and those suffering from anxiety, fatigue and insomnia. While the pistachio is rich in vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant against free radicals. The pine nuts instead are a perfect substitute for those who habitually consume little meat and fish. Dried fruits are also great for preventing diabetes, it has a beneficial effect on the liver because it limits inflammation. The oily nuts is a staple food in the diet of vegetarians and sports, excellent as a snack can be crunched especially if you need a good dose of energy.
Therefore, these berries so much prized for their flavor, are hidden many virtues that make them valuable allies to our health.
