Pistachio

The mature fruits obtained from pistachio tree from variety of (Pistacia vera), the fruits are naturally or mechanically dried. Should be oval – shaped kernels with a thin, wrinkled skin, encased in an oval, opened shell, dry and clean, free from rancidity, mould and infestation.

There are many health benefits of pistachios. They are one of the few nuts that contain most of the nutrients that are required by humans for complete health. Pistachios contain nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, fats, dietary fiber, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, vitamin B-6, beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin, calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, copper, manganese, vitamin C, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, folate, vitamin E, vitamin A, and vitamin K. All of these nutrients make pistachios ideally suited for better health.