Pistachio (Pista پستہ) Without Shells
Rs.1,600.00-Rs.6,400.00
Basic Info: The pistachio, a member of the cashew family, is a small tree originating from Central Asia and the Middle East. The tree produces seeds that are widely consumed as food. Pistacia vera often is confused with other species in the genus Pistacia that are also known as pistachio....
Basic Info:
The pistachio, a member of the cashew family, is a small tree originating from Central Asia and the Middle East. The tree produces seeds that are widely consumed as food. Pistacia vera often is confused with other species in the genus Pistacia that are also known as pistachio.
Nutritional Value:
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), 1 ounce or approximately 49 kernels of unroasted nuts contain:
| Calories | 159 |
| Protein | 5.72 grams (g) |
| Fat | 12.85 g |
| Carbohydrates | 7.70 g |
| Fiber | 3.00 g |
| Sugars | 2.17 g |
| Magnesium | 34 milligrams (mg) |
| Potassium | 291 mg |
| Phosphorus | 139 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.482 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.247 mg |
A serving of pistachios provides about 37 percent of the recommended daily vitamin B-6 intake or 1.3 mg for adults.
Health Benefits:
- May aid weight loss
- May lower cholesterol and blood pressure
- May promote blood vessel health
- May help lower blood sugar
- Delicious and fun to eat
