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Health in a Nutshell The Powerhouse of Antioxidants, California Grown, American Pistachios

Updated on: 21 October,2022 07:37 PM IST  |  Mumbai
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Good things come in small packages and the nutrition benefits of pistachios are no exception.

Health in a Nutshell The Powerhouse of Antioxidants, California Grown, American Pistachios

Various scientific research on the health effects of eating pistachios has been mounting in recent years. It’s not surprising that pistachios have been considered beneficial to health for centuries by societies all over the world. American Pistachio Growers (APG), a non-profit trade association, represents over 800 grower members of Pistachio in California, Arizona, and New Mexico. The states of California, Arizona and New Mexico represent 100 percent of the U.S. commercial pistachio production. California comprises 99 percent of the total, with over 312,000 acres planted throughout 22 counties.


Pistachios have numerous benefits as they provide the body with all the nutrients it needs that help to maintain good health, support an active lifestyle and reduce the risk of nutrition related diseases. As per a study by Illinois University, pistachios are very high in antioxidants.


Antioxidants prevent free radicals from damaging and oxidizing the cells in our bodies. Pistachios have a higher antioxidant capacity than that of rival popular antioxidants, containing foods such as blueberries, pomegranate, cherries and beets. Foods high in antioxidants help protect your body and brain as they neutralize the free radicals, and limit or prevent the damage they cause. American pistachios, a powerhouse of antioxidants, may also act as a powerful weapon against disease and premature aging of the body and brain.


In addition to being high in antioxidants, Pistachios are a delicious, satisfying food that promotes healthier blood sugar levels. For many mothers to be, this is amazing. Studies in both healthy and pre diabetic individuals have shown that nuts, especially pistachios, can improve how the body cells use glucose and how insulin responds to a carbohydrate containing meal. This study adds to the body of evidence suggesting that eating pistachios instead of higher-carbohydrate foods promotes healthier blood glucose levels. Research suggests that the nutrient profile of pistachios, including protein, healthy fats, and fiber, may help support healthy blood glucose in individuals with already normal blood glucose levels.

Various analysis show that the U.S. grown roasted pistachios meet the generally accepted definition as a complete protein. Pistachios are one of the very few foods high in antioxidants that are plant based and also a complete protein, meaning they have all nine essential amino acids normally found in animal-based proteins. Nutrition-packed pistachios are the perfect snack for active and healthy lifestyles. These intense green coloured versatile nuts offer various health benefits for the heart, gut and waistline as pistachios may lower blood cholesterol and improve blood pressure, thus lowering your risk of heart disease, the dietary fiber in the nut adds bulk which assists in weight management and encourages a healthy digestive system.

American pistachios are your one stop shop as a source of plant-based protein. They are portable, they don’t need to be cooked, you can enjoy it as an anytime snack wherever you are, Says Sumit Saran, India Representative, American Pistachio Growers

American Pistachios are healthful and delicious which also makes it a perfect thoughtful gift for the upcoming festive season. In India, dry fruit gifting has been every person go to gifting during Diwali. A perfect gift for someone who is health conscious, a foodie or someone who just likes to snack on dry fruits.

Website link:  https://americanpistachios.in/

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