There are a wide variety of nuts, and the following are common nuts classified and introduced to you:
Tree nuts
Walnut: also known as walnut or Qiang peach, is a plant in the walnut family. Rich in unsaturated fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids, which play an important role in brain development and nervous system function, it also contains protein, vitamin B family, vitamin E, as well as minerals such as calcium and iron.
Almonds: divided into sweet almonds and bitter almonds. Sweet almonds have a crispy texture and can be consumed directly. They are also commonly used in baked goods and dessert making, and are rich in nutrients such as protein, unsaturated fatty acids, and vitamin E; Bitter almonds are not suitable for direct consumption as there is a risk of poisoning.
Cashew nuts: They resemble kidneys and have a unique flavor. It contains abundant protein, carbohydrates, and various minerals such as magnesium, potassium, etc., and most of the fat is unsaturated fat.
Hazelnut: also known as mountain chestnut or pointed chestnut, it is a deciduous shrub or small tree of the genus Hazelnut in the family Betulaceae. Rich in vitamin E and folic acid, it is a powerful antioxidant and beneficial for the healthy development of the fetus in pregnant women. It is also a good source of dietary fiber, B vitamins, protein, potassium, and calcium.
Pine seeds: They are the seeds of plants in the pine family, such as red pine. It is long oval shaped, with a hard outer shell and white seeds inside. Seed kernels are rich in oil and protein, and their vitamin K content is unique among nuts, which helps with bone and arterial health. They also have a high magnesium and potassium content, which helps lower blood pressure and maintain heart health.
Pistachio, also known as pistachio, is a deciduous small tree of the genus Coptis in the family Anacardiaceae. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidant elements, it has significant characteristics of low fat, low calories, and high fiber.
Macadamia nut: also known as Australian nut or dried fruit queen, it is a tree nut of the genus Macadamia in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is spherical in shape, with a hard and smooth outer shell, a brown inner skin, and a beige to light brown kernel. It is characterized by its high content of unsaturated fatty acids, which can regulate blood lipid and blood pressure balance and improve gastrointestinal absorption capacity.
Bigen fruit: also known as longevity fruit or American walnut, it is a plant of the walnut family and the walnut genus. The nut has a sweet and fragrant taste, different from ordinary walnuts, and is rich in oil and protein.
Badamu: a world-renowned woody oil tree and dried fruit species with a cultivation history of over 1300 years in China. It is mainly produced in the Kashgar and Hotan areas of Xinjiang. The fruit contains high nutritional and medicinal value, and has the effects of anti-cancer, enhancing immunity, and lowering blood lipids.
Xiangfei Zi: It has a very unique flavor that many people may not like when they first taste it, but after careful tasting, they can experience a unique aftertaste, with a strong aroma of coffee beans but only a slight bitterness.
Brazil nut: according to its shape, countrymen also call it abalone fruit. The biggest feature of its nutritional value is that it is rich in selenium. This nutrient is said to help prevent prostate cancer, breast cancer, male fertility, skin diseases, respiratory diseases, and is also important for thyroid health. It is also a good source of B vitamins and essential fatty acids.
Seeds and nuts
Peanuts: Although often considered beans, they belong to the category of seed nuts from a botanical perspective. Containing a large amount of protein, its protein content is particularly prominent in nuts, and it contains various amino acids that the human body needs. It is also rich in unsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E, zinc and other nutrients.
Sunflower seeds: rich in vitamin E, unsaturated fatty acids, and various minerals such as iron and zinc.
Pumpkin seeds: Rich in zinc, they also contain nutrients such as protein and unsaturated fatty acids, which can supplement energy and nutrition for the human body.
Watermelon seeds: One of the common types of melon seeds, with certain nutritional value.
Sesame: There are white sesame and black sesame, which are rich in high-quality protein, unsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E, calcium and other nutrients. Among them, calcium content is relatively considerable in plant-based foods, which helps maintain bone health.
