The little pistachio is literally a miracle in a tiny shell on a tree. It has so may properties that can increase health, wealth, and sex. Not a bad combination, all things considered.There are not that many food sources that can provide all of the following just by the consumption of a single ounce [about 49 nuts in the shell - but don't eat the shell.
What it can do:
1. Nutrition:carbs, protein, fiber, mono- and polyunsaturated fat, potassium, phosphorus, manganese, thiamine, copper, Vit, B6 [blood sugar regulation, formation of hemoglobin]]
2. Hi-antioxidants for cancer prevention and lutwin [eyes]
3. lo-cal, hi protein, essential amino acids
4. weight loss
5. provision of good gut bacteria
6. reduce cholesterol and blood pressure
7. vascular function, including erectile disfunction prevention
8. reduce blood sugar [diabetes prevention]
9. sleep aid: contains melatonin, tryptophan, and magnesium
10. aids libido [one result of #7, and has aphrodisiac properties.
