Everyone loves them, everyone wants them and they’re also good for your health: Pistachios!

Here are 10 good reasons to include pistachios in your diet:

1. Pistachios are an important source of minerals, including calcium, iron and magnesium.
2. Pistachios are rich in vegetable fibres and monosaturated fats which help the body to function well.
3. They provide the body with beneficial fatty acids and proteins of plant origin.
4. Pistachios are an important source of antioxidants.
5. The intake of pistachios, and nuts in general, helps to reduce LDL cholesterol (the bad kind!) and raise HDL cholesterol (the good kind!), reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.
6. Rich in Vitamin E, pistachios protect against free radicals.
7. The (moderate) consumption of pistachios as part of a balanced diet helps prevent obesity.
8. Due to their high folic acid content, pistachios are an excellent source of B vitamins.
9. Pistachios provide an important source of phosphorus.
10. They protect the eyes thanks to two carotenoids: lutein and zeaxanthin.