Pistachios

Pistachios

The pistachio, called the "happy nut" by the Chinese, requires little effort to shell and enjoy.

In fact, as the pistachio kernel grows, it expands within its shell and splits open naturally.

Widely consumed in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries, pistachios are an excellent source of vitamin B6 and provide plant sterols and monounsaturated fats.

Glycemic Load=0
Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=7,983

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of: Vitamin B6
*Good Source of: Fiber, Protein, Thiamin, Phosphorous, Manganese
*Preferences: Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Molds, No Citrus, No Tubers, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Shelled pistachios will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 1-ounce(s) PISTACHIO NUTS,RAW

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 52.52

Calories: 156

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.4 g	*
Saturated Fat	1.5 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	6.5 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	3.8 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	71 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	7.8 g	*
Sugars	2.1 g	*
Fiber	2.9 g	*
Protein	5.8 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	154.8 IU	3%
Vitamin C	1.4mg	2%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0.64 IU	2%
Vitamin B6	0.48 mg	24%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	0 mg	0%
Folate	14.3 mcg	4%
Niacin	0.36 mg	2%
Riboflavin	0.04 mg	2%
Thiamin	0.24 mg	16%
MINERALS
Calcium	30 mg	3%
Copper	0 mg	0%
Iron	1.2 mg	7%
Magnesium	33.9 mg	8%
Manganese	0.34 mg	17%
Phosphorous	137.2 mg	14%
Potassium	287 mg	8%
Selenium	2 mcg	3%
Sodium	0.28 mg	0%
Zinc	0.62 mg	4%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-carotene	93 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	0 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).