Hazelnuts are one of the most delicious and fragrant nuts. It is often added to pastries, desserts, sweet chocolate spreads, ice cream. In the article, we will tell you how hazelnuts are useful for health and in what form they should be eaten.
The benefits of hazelnuts for the body
Hazelnut activates protein metabolism and hematopoietic function: you can mix it with honey and take a tablespoon a day as a means to combat "bad" cholesterol.
A lot of hazelnuts and vitamins B1, B2, C, E, as well as minerals: potassium, iron, cobalt, phosphorus, calcium, zinc.
The best snack during menopause and the prevention of intestinal diseases. Hazelnut Zhmenka contains 2.7 g or 10% of the daily fiber requirement.
The combination of magnesium with calcium, vitamins A, C, E slows down aging, strengthens hair and reduces pain symptoms associated with the monthly cycle.
How to eat hazelnuts
Nuts are eaten raw, as well as salted, fried, candied, made into flour and pasta, prepared nut halva, rubbed into butter. They are used in the preparation of meat, poultry and fish, vegetable dishes, salads, pates, snacks, cereals, desserts and pastries.
Pairs well with green salads and leafy vegetables.
The nut brings the most benefits in its raw form.