Can you remember when the last time you ate a hazelnut was? Have you ever thought why in the whole world this fruit is the most wanted one, and why is used as a “luxury” in many sweets?If these questions made you thinking, we suggest you to read this text about the hazelnut…
The hazelnut is a fruit that grows on a big tree that can reach a height up to 8 meters. It has oval leaves, and the crops look like hazelnuts in a bunch. The hazelnut together with the walnut, are considered to be “protectors” of the Christmas tables, and in summer many Balkan families collect hazelnuts, to be able to eat them during the winter.
Nutrition Facts:
Firstly, let us present you the nutrition facts of this fruit:
In 100gr. of hazelnuts there are 625 calories, of which 61% are fats, 17% are carbohydrates and 15% are proteins.
• Minerals included: calcium (114mg), magnesium (163mg), phosphorus (290mg), iron (4.7mh), zinc (2.5mg), copper (1.8mg), manganese (6mg), selenium (2.4mcg).
• Vitamins included: niacin (1.8mg), thiamine (0.6mg), betaine (0.4mg), riboflavin (0.1mg), colitis (45.6mg)
Acids: pantothenic acid (1mg), folic acid (68 mcg);
Vitamins: E (15mg), C (6.3mg) B6 (0.5mg), K (14mg) .
Health benefits:
The healthy benefits of the hazelnut are immense. As we already know, the hazelnuts are rich in vitamins and minerals which are necessary for humans. The scientists say that the intake of 30 to 60 gr. Hazelnuts daily, are the optimal dose if we want to use all of its health benefits.
The hazelnut has proven useful in slowing aging, as well as in reducing the chances for malignant diseases. The everyday intake of the hazelnut helps in reducing the cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, in the regulation of blood pressure and the action of the heart and reduces the risk of heart or stroke attack.
The scientists also say that the amino acids have anti-inflammatory action, so they add the fact that the hazelnuts can prevent breast and prostate cancer.
The hazelnut reduces the risk for diabetes and is suitable for consumption among diabetics.
What is interesting about hazelnut is the fact that there are hazelnut flour and oil, which are amazingly healthy. But apart for the usage in a food, the oil can be used for massages because it has a good effect on our body.
The hazelnut is a grocery which is easy available in our land, and it has an affordable price. It is available in almost every market, so next time, add it to your groceries shopping list!
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