Nuts, which not only raise good cholesterol and lower triglycerides in the blood, are a great recipe for preventing heart disease, whether it’s peanuts or almond nuts, for example. In the classification of food, nuts are classified as a fatty food. High calorie and high fat is their characteristic, but nuts contain a lot of fat, but most of the unsaturated fatty acids. The first nutrient the body needs is of course protein. But for the development of the brain, the first nutrient needed is lipids (unsaturated fatty acids). According to research, brain cells are composed of 60% of unsaturated fatty acids and 35% of protein. In addition, nuts also contain 15 to 20% of high-quality protein and a dozen important amino acids, these amino acids are the main components of the brain nerve cells, but also contains the brain nerve cells beneficial vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B5, vitamin E and calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc and so on. Therefore, nuts are brain, educational products. First, the necessary 7 kinds of nut food 1, pistachios We see pistachios, the outside layer of hard skin for the peel, which is the seed kernel, there is a thin layer of seed skin, seed kernel roasted with aroma, that is, we eat that part, and the more chewed its fragrance, the stronger the aftertaste. Pistachio nutritious, its seed kernels contain about 20% protein, sugar 15% to 18%, but also can extract oil. Kernels also contain vitamin E, anti-aging effect, can enhance physical fitness. The ancient king of Persia regarded it as “fairy fruit”. Because of the rich oil in pistachios, so there is a laxative effect, which helps the body detoxification. As pistachios are not native to our country, the introduction of our country is only in remote areas, so the mainland is not familiar with, and in Syria and other countries is very common. Pistachios are shelled nuts, open the bag can be eaten, crispy and delicious, easy to peel the shell, kernel quality crisp, sweet and fragrant, is a casual food for young and old! It is recommended to keep in sealed glass jars or plastic bags, stored in a cool, dry environment, low temperature and low humidity conditions can extend the shelf life. Selection tips: If you eat, pay attention to the color of the pistachio nuts green than yellow to fresh. 2, large almonds large almonds, in the Xinjiang region is generally sold in the shell (known as Batangi). Batan apricot is not apricot, but the peach genus in the subgenus of almond plants, Batan apricot fruit is small, flat and round, the flesh is dry and juiceless can not eat, mainly eat developed kernel. Kernel taste more than walnuts and almonds, with a special sweet flavor. Reminder: eat almonds easily full of the best food for women to lose weight, large almonds have high nutritional value, it is six times higher than the same weight of beef. According to laboratory tests, the kernel contains 55-61% vegetable oil, 28% egg white, starch, sugar 10-11%, and contains a small amount of vitamin A, B1, B2 and digestive enzymes, amygdalinase, almond into, calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, while containing iron, cobalt and other 18 kinds of trace elements. Almonds are the traditional fitness tonic for Uyghurs, someone chew more than ten grains daily before going to bed, boiling water, long-term consumption, night can sleep through the night without dreams, body resistance significantly increased, keep strong body. 3, cashew nuts cashew nuts are valuable dried fruits and premium dishes, containing 21% protein, oil content of 40%, a variety of vitamin content are also very high. 4, macadamia nuts Hawaiian nuts, also called macadamia nuts, some people think it is a large hazelnut, but the shell is very thick, no special tools, it is difficult to open. The taste is also completely different from hazelnuts, cooked nuts taste like sunflower seeds, but more dense aroma. 5, the United States pecans American pecans, also known as longevity fruit, nut flavor sweet, different from ordinary walnuts, and pecan nuts are somewhat similar. 6, Cephalotaxus Cephalotaxus (Cephalotaxus fruit), there is a very unique flavor, many people do not like when they first taste, but after a careful tasting can appreciate the unique aftertaste, a little coffee bean aroma, but only a slight bitterness. 7, Brazil nuts Brazil nuts, according to its appearance will also be known as abalone fruit, cooked nuts taste like sunflower seeds. Second, see if you are suitable for eating nuts? Q: diabetic patients can eat nuts? A: Diabetic patients have no problem eating nuts. In fact, in addition to chestnuts, white fruit, nuts contain very little starch, dietary fiber is relatively high, so they raise the risk of blood sugar is also very small. The important task of diabetics is to prevent and control the complications of cardiovascular disease, and in this regard, nuts will be quite beneficial. A small handful of nuts in the morning, rather, is a wise food choice for diabetics. For example, a study published in 2004 found that adding a handful of walnuts to the diet of type II diabetics improved the patients’ lipid status. In a Spanish study that looked at 9,000 patients with cardiovascular disease, nuts were found to be beneficial in controlling blood lipids and the risk of heart disease. Q: gout patients can eat nuts? A: Gout patients eat a small handful of nuts, the same can be safe. Because nuts are low purine food, which is lower in purine content than soybeans and most legumes. For example, the purine content in walnuts is 25 mg / 100 grams, Brazil nuts is 23, hazelnuts is 37, peanuts are slightly higher, 79, while tofu is 68, soybeans is 190, pork is 150. Q: can people on a diet eat nuts? A: Weight watchers can safely eat. Because the study found that some nuts have a fairly good sense of satiety, such as the fiber content of almonds ranked first among nuts, it can effectively suppress hunger and prolong the feeling of fullness. Even the fiber content is not high walnuts, in moderate consumption, not to increase the total dietary energy, but also conducive to weight control. If consumed at breakfast, there is no need to worry too much. Third, 4 types of people are best not to eat nuts for New Year’s 1, diarrhea patients Nuts are also rich in dietary fiber and a large amount of fat, there is a strong “slippery” effect. Anyone who is experiencing diarrhea, acute infections of the digestive tract, as well as fat indigestion, should temporarily avoid eating nuts. 2, throat disease patients The usual method of cooking nuts are baked and fried, and even deep-fried, and sprinkled with salt, easy to cause the mouth and throat dry feeling. Therefore, pharyngitis, mouth ulcers and other patients should try to eat less or do not eat roasted, fried, fried nuts. Consider eating raw nuts, or eat cooked nuts. 3, children (especially children under 5 years old) As nuts are large granular, not easy to chew at once, young children may eat because of choking, coughing, laughing and other slip into the organ, causing serious safety accidents. Therefore, preschool children should eat nuts should be adult care, especially children under 5 years old swallowing control has not yet developed, it is best to eat chopped nuts to avoid the danger. 4, some allergy groups Need special attention is that a very small number of people have allergic reactions to nuts, resulting in itchy skin, throat edema and other reactions, serious cases may be fatal. Where such patients should be strictly prohibited from eating the corresponding nuts. Fourth, you need to know the 10 nuts taboo 1, chestnuts to assist in the treatment of kidney deficiency beneficial, it is also known as the “kidney fruit. Role and contraindications: as chestnuts are rich in soft dietary fiber, diabetic patients can also taste in moderation. However, chestnuts are difficult to digest when eaten raw and easy to stagnate when cooked, so it is not advisable to eat more than one at a time. It is best to eat chestnuts as a snack between meals, or do it in the meal, rather than eating a lot after meals, so as not to take in too many calories, which is not conducive to maintaining weight. Fresh chestnuts are prone to mold and mildew, and eating moldy chestnuts can cause poisoning, so the spoiled chestnuts should not be eaten. 2, walnuts Walnuts are known as the “king” of antioxidants. Role and contraindications: The American Dietetic Association recommends that people should eat walnuts two or three times a week, especially the elderly and menopausal women, because the walnuts contain arginine, oleic acid, antioxidants and other substances to protect the cardiovascular, prevention of coronary heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, etc. is quite beneficial. Do not eat too much at a time, otherwise it will affect digestion. Some people like to peel off the thin brown skin on the surface of walnuts, which will lose part of the nutrition, so do not peel off this layer of skin. 3, sunflower seeds Sunflower seeds are also the best of the melon seeds, quite rich in nutrition. The sunflower seeds contain protein comparable to various meats, especially arginine, which is indispensable for semen production. Sunflower seeds can be used to prevent coronary heart disease, stroke, lower blood pressure and protect the elasticity of blood vessels. Medical doctors believe that sunflower seeds can cure insomnia, enhance memory, the prevention of cancer, hypertension and neurasthenia have a role. 4, pistachios can be called a friend of the heart. Contain mainly monounsaturated fatty acids, so pistachios are not like other nuts easily acidic, can reduce cholesterol levels and reduce heart disease. Effects and contraindications: a 10 pistachios equivalent to eat 1.5 grams of monounsaturated fatty acids. Pistachios that have been stored for too long should not be consumed again. Pistachios have high heat, and contain more fat, who are afraid of fat people, people with high blood lipids should eat less. 5, sweet almonds contain 50% of fat, 25% of protein, 10% of carbohydrates and vitamin E and calcium, magnesium, boron, potassium and other elements. Effects and contraindications: Patients with coronary heart disease who eat almonds regularly have 50% less chance of angina than those who do not. Almonds have a role in regulating insulin and blood sugar levels, and are also one of the dietary supplements for hypoglycemia and diabetes. Almonds are rich in boron and calcium, also beneficial for the prevention of osteoporosis in menopausal women. 6, hazelnuts hazelnuts are rich in nutrients, the human body needs all the eight amino acids, the content is much higher than walnuts. Effects and contraindications: hazelnuts in calcium, phosphorus, iron content is also higher than other nuts. Because of its nutritious, sweet taste, since ancient times people have taken it as a precious fruit, hazelnut is flat and sweet, has the effect of tonic gas, spleen, diarrhea, eyesight, insect repellent. 7, pumpkin seeds have the efficacy of killing worms and treating prostate disease. The role and contraindications: the United States of America research found that eating about 50 grams of pumpkin seeds a day, can be more effective in preventing prostate disease and prostate cancer. Pumpkin seeds are rich in pantothenic acid, which can relieve resting angina and has an antihypertensive effect. However, you should also be careful not to eat too much at a time, there have been reports of dizziness caused by consuming too much pumpkin seeds. The most suitable for hypertensive patients to eat, stomach heat patients should eat less, otherwise they will feel bloated and stuffy. 8, peanuts peanuts are rich in high-quality protein and fat and a variety of micronutrients. Role and contraindications: in adjusting the nutritional balance of people, especially children have a very important role. Recently, scientists found that peanuts contain a large amount of arginine and resveratrol, the former has a potential anti-tuberculosis effect, the latter can inhibit the infiltration and spread of cancer cells, so it is a good dietary supplement for patients with tuberculosis and tumors. However, peanut shells have increased the number of platelets, anti-fibrinolytic effect, so people with hyperviscosity should be peeled to eat. Peanut digestion and absorption rate is low, excessive consumption will increase the gastrointestinal burden, need to pay attention to. 9, pine nuts known as the “longevity fruit”. Effects and contraindications: pine nuts contain protein, fat, sugar. Most of the fat contained linoleic acid, linolenic acid and other essential fatty acids beneficial to health, calcium, phosphorus, iron and other content is also very rich, often eaten to nourish and strengthen the body. Long storage time will produce a harsh taste, should not be eaten. People with poor biliary function should be careful. 10, cashew nuts cashew nuts in the fat content of 47%, 22% protein. Role and contraindications: compared with other nuts, cashew nuts in the human body is not conducive to the content of saturated fatty acids to be slightly higher, accounting for about 20%. Therefore, should avoid eating too much. In addition, cashew nuts contain a variety of allergens, for people with allergies, may cause a certain allergic reaction. Therefore, the first time to eat cashew nuts, it is best not to eat more, you can first eat a grain or two after stopping ten minutes, if no allergic reaction and then eat.