Hazelnuts
Although evidence of large scale 9000 year old Mesolithic hazelnut processing was found on the island of Colonsay , Scotland, in our age producing 57% of the world total, Turkey is the main supplier of hazelnuts followed by Italy , the US , Azerbaijan and Georgia.
Some Beneficial Properties of Hazelnuts
- No1 among tree nuts in folate content with 8% of an individual’s DV per serving (1oz)
- Highest proanthocyanidin content of any tree nut which may help reduce the risk of blood clotting and urinary track infections.
- They provide dietary fiber
- Particulary high in two minerals manganese and copper, hazelnuts also contain phytonutrients
- Excellent source of vitamin E and also loaded with B complex group of vitamins
- Provides 4gr of protein per serving (1oz)
- No2 among tree nuts , coming right after macadamias , hazelnuts provide monounsaturated (good) fats.
- They contain no cholesterol and no sodium
- Gluten free and 0(zero) Glycemic Index which may improve certain risk factors.
- Hazelnuts especially natural raw hazelnuts curb cravings.
*Safety Profile : Individuals with known allergies to hazelnuts are advised to avoid any food preparations that contain the mentioned product.
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