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Expiry date: Mar 1 2020
Pistachios are a commonly consumed nut that is high in fiber. A one-ounce (28-gram) serving of pistachios contains roughly:
- Calories: 156
- Fat: 12.5 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Carbs: 8 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Vitamin E: 3% of the RDI
- Magnesium: 8% of the RDI
Similarly to almonds, pistachios may improve cholesterol levels — eating 2–3 ounces (56–84 grams) of pistachios a day may help increase "good" HDL cholesterol.
Also, pistachios may help improve other heart disease risk factors, including blood pressure, weight and oxidative status. Oxidative status refers to blood levels of oxidized chemicals, which can contribute to heart disease.
What’s more, pistachios may help reduce the rise in blood sugar after a meal.
