A treat that, to the liking of both young children and adults, turns out, can also be used as a medicine. It is difficult to overestimate pine nuts - the benefit of this product makes it possible to use it for general strengthening of the body, treatment of many diseases and prevention of strokes.
Benefit and harm of pine nuts
Seeds of Siberian cedar, which, in fact, are nuts, are rich in various vitamins: K, E, A, B1, B2, B3, B6 and B12. These substances are indispensable in the human body for the functioning of all internal organs.
In addition, the product contains microelements, such as:
- copper;
- iodine;
- nickel;
- molybdenum;
- phosphorus;
- iron;
- potassium;
- tin;
- manganese;
- vanadium;
- calcium;
- silicon;
- zinc.
Particularly valuable are the fatty acids, which are the maximum in cedar nuts. In combination with natural long carbohydrates, the described product is unique in its nutrient content.
Due to this composition, the seeds have the following properties:
- normalization of metabolic processes, cardiac activity;
- strengthening immunity ;
- prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis;
- restoration of blood pressure;
- acceleration of cell regeneration;
- replenishment in the body of deficiency of macro- and microelements, vitamins;
- strengthening of bones and teeth;
- normalization of the hormonal balance and functions of the reproductive system;
- improvement of digestive processes;
- support of the thyroid gland;
- prevention of insomnia and nervous disorders;
- prevention of blockage of cerebral vessels, strokes, ischemic attacks;
- intensification of blood circulation;
- restoration of blood composition.
It should be noted that for a long time pine nuts were used mainly for the treatment of male infertility, impotence and prostate diseases. But recent medical research has shown that seeds are also recommended for the health of the beautiful half of humanity.
Benefits of pine nuts for the body of women
During lactation many mothers face such a problem as lack of production of breast milk. It is proved that daily consumption of 10-15 cedar nuts can compensate for the deficiency of this important liquid, as well as normalize its composition.
In addition, Siberian cedar seeds are necessary for women with hormonal disorders. The product perfectly restores the balance between estrogens and androgens, and also facilitates the climacteric syndrome .
It should be noted that it is women who suffer from vascular diseases, that is why doctors recommend that the seeds be included in the diet with a tendency to atherosclerosis.
Benefits of pine nuts and contraindications
There are practically no prohibitions on the use of the described product. The only reason for not using Siberian cedar seeds is an individual intolerance.
Caution should be observed in the presence of excess weight. Nuts are high in calories (about 580 calories per 100 grams) and nutritious. Of course, you do not need to completely abandon this useful treat, but with obesity it is desirable to reduce its intake to 30 g for 2 days.
Some diseases of the digestive system can also prevent you from enjoying the taste of the product. The content of oils in cedar nuts is very high, so their use provokes active production of bile and overloads the liver. Any hepatological diseases require some restriction of the number of seeds in the menu (up to 50 g per week for portability).