Chestnut
They have been around for centuries, from Chestnut flowers to bark, seeds and leaves are used for medicinal purposes. Chestnut seeds contain quite a great amount of nutrients, creating a quite healthy diet.
1. What is Chestnut?
Chestnut seeds are called chestnuts in Vietnam, they are found in the Mediterranean region and Greece is known as the first country to start cultivating and using them as a main food. From here Chestnut is distributed to different countries in Europe, Asia and Africa.
Chestnut seeds have a hard, woody shell with a white interior, surrounded by a bitter brown skin inside and remove them before eating. Chestnuts are prized for their sweet, nutty flavor and toughness when boiled, baked, dried or ground into a fine powder.
These natural nuts are also great in desserts or added to recipes such as salad dressings, soups, or perfectly combined with chocolate, baking...
Chestnut is the only nut that contains abundant amounts of vitamin C with the main active ingredient aescin, along with important nutrients such as antioxidants, fiber, potassium, copper, manganese, rich in linoleic acid, phenolic acids, etc. .. In addition, they are rich in starch so they can provide a lot of energy for the body, creating a healthy diet.
2. Effects of Chestnut seeds on health
a/ Good for the digestive system
Chestnut is a great source of fiber, one cup of this nut contains 7g of fiber, which helps stimulate better bowel movements, reducing the risk of constipation and intestinal complications.
b/ Good for heart health
The good fats found in Chestnut seeds help balance cholesterol, reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and blood clots accumulating in the body. All of these reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack and more severe cardiovascular disease. Moreover, they are also a rich source of potassium that is extremely good for the heart.
What are Chestnut seeds and what are the effects of Chestnut seeds on health?
c/ Improve brain function
Chestnut seeds are rich in B vitamins including thiamin, riboflavin and folate. These vitamins are directly related to brain development and health, moreover the potassium contained in them can increase blood flow to the brain and promote good nervous system health, increasing concentration and concentration. maintain memory.
d/ Increase bone density
Just 10 Chestnuts can provide 50% of the manganese you need throughout the day. Some studies indicate that manganese also plays a central role in bone health and may protect against certain diseases. So consuming chestnuts along with other bone-healthy minerals can help prevent osteoporosis, especially in older women.
e/ Prevent diabetes
As a seed rich in fiber, Chestnut is a food that can help slow down the process of increasing blood sugar levels in the blood to prevent mutations caused by diabetes and effectively limit the risk of diabetes. .
f/ Strengthen the immune system
The amount of vitamin C and other antioxidants in Chestnuts make them a good source of nutrients for your immune system. Vitamin C not only stimulates the production of white blood cells but also plays a role in as an antioxidant, seeking out and destroying free radicals before they cause damage. This helps develop the immune system and prevent diseases.
