Pine Nuts or ‘Chilghozay’ are not only crunchy and delicious but they also have many benefits because it contains many healthy components. The top 5 benefits are:
1) It is rich in monounsaturated fats which are known for lowering cholesterol in blood and makes your heart healthier. Lower cholesterol means lower risk of heart attack and a healthier heart.
2) Pine Nuts are also rich in antioxidant which means they kill free radicals which are responsible for many diseases and also increase the risk of cancer.
3) It also contains beta carotene which makes your eyes healthier and prevents eyesight loss on old age.
4) Being rich in protein makes them an instant source of energy which repairs and builds muscles tissue making you smarter. Protein is among few slow burning energy sources which makes you stronger for a longer term.
5) Pine nuts also contain Vitamin E which protects skin from UV rays which are harmful for our skin may and also increases the chances of skin cancer.