Pistachio (Pistacia vera) is hard-shelled nut that grows on pistachio trees, belonging to cashew family. It is widely cultivated in several regions but believed to be indigenous to Iran. The pistachio seeds are high in protein and fat, among some other nutrients. They can be roasted, consumed fresh or crushed into small pieces or powder and used in a variety of desserts.
Product Name
Pistachio
Type
Fandoghi Pistachio
Round Pistachio
Cultivation Type
Common
Purity
100% Pure pistachio
Style
Dried
Packing
Bulk
Retail
Delivery
Any port in Iran (as customers' request)
FOB
Payment Terms
L/C
T/T
Certifications
Ministry of Health and Medical Education Certificate
Institute of Standards and Industrial Research Certificate
Shelf Life
12 Months
Size
20/22- 22/24 - 24/26 - 26/28 - 28/30 - 30/32
Mechanical Open
Classification
Pistachio is classified into 4 main types :
Fandoghi Pistachio (Round Pistachio)
Fandoghi pistachio is one of the simplest and smallest varieties of Pistachio. The appearance of this pistachio is round and almost resembles a hazelnut and only slightly larger than a hazelnut.The shell color of Fandoghi pistachio is creamy bone and its seed is purple.
Kalle Ghouchi Pistachio (Jumbo Pistachio)
Like Fandoghi, this Pistachio is also round but generally larger in size. Kalle Ghouchi shell also tends to be more open than Fandoghi, and the seed is more visible. Their shell is white with a medium darkness and the seed is usually gray-red.
Kalle Ghouchi Pistachio (Jumbo Pistachio)
Ahmad Aghaei pistachio is longer and larger than the fandoghi Pistachio. In terms of taste, this type of pistachio is the most delicious type. Ahmad Aghaei shell is highly open. Their shell is white light and the seed is usually purple.
Kalle Ghouchi Pistachio (Jumbo Pistachio)
Akbari Pistachio is a very long and large Pistachio. Akbari Pistachio shell like Ahmad Aghaei is highly open. Their shell is white with meddium darkness and the seed is usually purple Brown. This type of pistachio has a higher price than other pistachio varieties and is classified as luxury pistachio.
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Health Benefits
RICH IN NUTRIENTS
Pistachios contain many important nutrients. 28-gram of pistachio contain: 159 Calories, 5.67 (g) Protein, 12.85 (g) Fat, 7.70 (g) Carbohydrates, 3 (g) Fiber, 2.17 (g) Sugars, 34 (mg) Magnesium, 291 (mg) Potassium, 139 (mg) Phosphorus, .482 (mg) Vitamin b-6, .247 (mg) Thiamin. Notably, pistachios are one of the most vitamin B6-rich foods around. A serving of pistachios provides about 37 percent of the recommended daily vitamin B-6 intake or 1.3 mg for adults.
LOW IN CALORIES, HIGH IN PROTEINS
Pistachios are one of the lowest calorie nuts, which means people can enjoy the health benefits of nuts while more easily staying within their daily calorie limits. One ounce of macadamia nuts, for example, contains 204 calories, while 1 ounce of pecans provides 196 calories. The same 1 ounce of pistachios contains just 159 calories. With protein comprising about 20% of their weight, pistachios are second only to almonds when it comes to protein content. They also have a higher ratio of essential amino acids ( The building blocks of protein ) than any other nut . These amino acids are considered essential because your body cannot make them, so you must obtain them from your diet.
HIGH IN ANTIOXIDANTS
Antioxidants are substances that play a critical role in health. They reduce the risk of cancer and other diseases by preventing damage to the body's cells. Nuts and seeds contain several antioxidant compounds, but pistachios may have higher levels of some antioxidants than other nuts. Research reports that pistachios have among the highest levels of antioxidants including : γ-tocopherol, phytosterols, xanthophyll carotenoids. These substances have high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
GOOD FOR EYE HEALTH
The antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin are essential for eye health. Pistachios are a rich source of both of these substances.
MAY LOWER CHOLESTEROL AND BLOOD PRESSURE
Pistachios may reduce your risk of heart disease in various ways. In addition to being high in antioxidants, pistachios may lower blood cholesterol and improve blood pressure, thus lowering your risk of heart disease . In fact, several studies have demonstrated the cholesterol-lowering effects of pistachios. Many studies on pistachios and blood lipids are conducted by replacing part of the calories in a diet with pistachios. Up to 67% of these studies have shown reductions in total and LDL (bad) cholesterol and increases in HDL (good) cholesterol. Meanwhile, none of these studies observed that eating pistachios harmed the blood lipid profile. One 4-week study in people with high LDL cholesterol had participants consume 10% of their daily calories from pistachios. The study showed that the diet lowered LDL cholesterol by 9%. What's more, a diet consisting of 20% of calories from pistachios lowered LDL cholesterol by 12% .
HELP LOWER BLOOD SUGAR
Despite having a higher carb content than most nuts, pistachios have a low glycemic index, meaning they don't cause large blood sugar spikes. studies have shown that eating pistachios can help promote healthy blood sugar levels. One study showed that when 2 ounces (56 grams) of pistachios were added to a carb-rich diet, healthy individuals blood sugar response after a meal was reduced by 20–30%. In another 12-week study, individuals with type 2 diabetes showed a 9% reduction in fasting blood sugar after eating 0.9 ounces (25 grams) of pistachios as a snack twice per day. In addition to being rich in fiber and healthy fats, pistachio nuts are rich in antioxidants, carotenoids, and phenolic compounds, all of which are beneficial for blood sugar control . Therefore, simply adding pistachios to your diet may help manage your blood sugar levels in the long term.
DELICIOUS AND FUN TO EAT
Pistachios can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. These include as a snack, salad garnish, or pizza topping, or even in baking, adding a beautiful green or purple color to various desserts and dishes. Some delicious and green-colored desserts include pistachio gelato or cheesecake. Plus, like other nuts, they can be used to make pesto or nut butter. You can even try sprinkling them over your favorite oven-baked fish, adding them to your morning granola, or making your own dessert crust. Lastly, pistachios can be enjoyed on their own as a convenient, tasty, and healthy snack.
FAQ
1. How to confirm the quality before orders?
We can send you samples ( sample is free but the cost freight on buyer ) , if you required. In addition, you can send us any product specification you have and we can arrange as per your requirement.
2. What is the delivery lead time?
This can vary depending on the order size. Generally, a 200 Tn order could take 1-2 weeks to prepare for shipping. For larger orders, the preparation time required will be discussed with the buyer.
3. What is your MOQ?
Normally 20 Tons, but smaller quantity is also acceptable for higher price.
4. How are the products packed?
Pistachio packaged in bulk. We can also arrange other packaging methods based on buyer's demands.
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