These edible seeds of the Pistacia vera tree contain healthy fats and are a good source of protein, fiber, and antioxidants.What’s more, they contain several essential nutrients and can aid weight loss and heart and gut health.

Interestingly, people have been eating pistachios since 7000 BC. Nowadays, they’re very popular in many dishes, including ice cream and desserts

  • Loaded with nutrients. …
  • High in antioxidants. …
  • Low in calories yet high in protein. …
  • May aid weight loss. …
  • Promote healthy gut bacteria. …
  • May lower cholesterol and blood pressure. …
  • May promote blood vessel health. …
  • May help lower blood sugar.

Pistachios are very nutritious, with a 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of about 49 pistachios containing the following

  • Calories: 159
  • Carbs: 8 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 6 grams
  • Fat: 13 grams (90% are unsaturated fats)
  • Potassium: 6% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
  • Phosphorus: 11% of the RDI
  • Vitamin B6: 28% of the RDI
  • Thiamine: 21% of the RDI
  • Copper: 41% of the RDI
  • Manganese: 15% of the RDI