All You Need To Know About Persian Pistachios

All You Need to Know About Persian Pistachios

Today, many of us know that there are pistachio varieties that differ from each other in size, shape and even taste. It is true that in some cases the cost is also different depending on the variety and types.
Some people think that the differences in pistachios are related to manufacturing, but this is not the case. Different Persian pistachios themselves also have unique varieties.
Each type of Persian pistachio on the market is unique in its way and is also delicious. It has a wide variety of nutrients and health benefits, and there is absolutely no doubt about it. See different types of pistachios, and learn more about them.

Iranian Round Type Pistachios or Fandoghi

The first pistachio variety is a very well-known and widespread variety. You have probably eaten round Iranian pistachios at least once in your life.
This unique type of pistachio is widely grown in Iran and this is the main reason why many pistachios get their names as an Iranian name.
Fandoghi pistachio or as the name suggests are round which have a long and great reputation among the people of Iran and other countries.
 Round pistachios have a great taste and are packed with nutrients and vitamins that everyone should have.

Jumbo Pistachio or Kale Qouchi

This is the second most popular type of pistachio found worldwide and is known as the jumbo pistachio. As you know, Kale Qouchi is a Persian word meaning“ram's head”.
Pistachios are large and have large pits compared to other varieties on the market today.
Jumbo pistachios or kale ghoochi pistachios are more expensive than some other pistachios due to their larger size.
Jumbo pistachios are considered very sensitive to cold and lack of water. This makes the farmer's job even more difficult. Such problems immediately reduce the overall pistachio harvest.
Harvesting jumbo pistachios is a tough task, but farmers work hard with love to provide the best varieties.

Iranian Long Type Pistachio

Long-type pistachio are better known as Akbari pistachio and Badami pistachio. These pistachio varieties are very famous and have very light shells compared to other pistachio varieties.
The long pistachios are harvested in September and the farmers decide wether the crop has grown enough.

Pistachio Kernels

The pistachio kernels are just the nut part of the pistachio without the shell.
This type of pistachio is easy to use in cooking and easy to season. Kernels are priced lower compared to jumbo and other types of pistachios. So if you are thinking of buying pistachios for your kitchen, you can pick this variety and enjoy it.

Are Pistachios Worth a Try?

With so many great pistachio varieties, why not try them all? You can design desserts or even cook with pistachios. If you love snacking, Persian pistachios are a great option for snacking.

Health Benefits of Pistachios

Pistachios are not only delicious and edible; they are also very healthy. These edible seeds from the Pistachio tree contain healthy fats and are an excellent source of protein, fiber and antioxidants.
Additionally, they contain several essential nutrients that may support weight loss, heart, and gut health.
Interestingly, humans have been eating these delicious nuts since 7000 BC. Today pistachios are very popular in many dishes such as ice cream and desserts.

Nutritional values

Pistachios are highly nutritious and a 28-gram serving provides approximately all of these nutrients sufficiently.
•    Calorie
•    Carbohydrate
•    Fiber
•    Protein
•    Potassium
•    Vitamin B6
•    Thiamine
•    Copper
•    Manganese

Pistachios are one of the richest foods in vitamin B6 in particular.
Vitamin B6 is important for several bodily functions, including regulating blood sugar levels and forming hemoglobin, the molecule that carries oxygen in red blood cells.
Pistachios are also high in potassium, with one ounce containing more potassium than half a large banana.

Rich in Antioxidants

Antioxidants are essential for health. They play an important role in preventing cell damage and reducing the risk of diseases such as cancer.
Pistachios contain more antioxidants than most other nuts and seeds, only walnuts and pecans contain more.
In one study, it was seen that the participants who ate one or two pistachios a day had higher levels of lutein and gamma-tocopherol than those who ate no pistachios.

Low Calorie but High Protein

Eating nuts has many health benefits but they are usually high in calorie. Luckily, pistachios have the lowest calorie of all nuts.
One ounce of pistachios has 159 calories, while walnuts have 185 calories and pecans have 193 calories.
With a protein content of about 20% by weight, pistachios are second only to almonds when it comes to protein content.
They also have higher levels of essential amino acids⁠ - the building blocks of protein⁠ - than any other nut.

Helps You Lose Weight

Nuts are a high-energy food, but they are one of the most fat-burning foods. Few studies have looked at the effects of pistachios on weight, but the ones that do exist are promising.
Pistachios are rich in fiber and protein, both of which help you feel fuller and eat less. In a 12-week weight-loss program, a person who ate 1.9 ounces of pistachios a day as an afternoon snack had his BMI decrease twice as much as those who ate 2 ounces of pretzels a day.
Additionally, in another 24-week study of overweight people, those who consumed 20% of their calories from pistachios gained 0.6 more calories compared to those who did not eat pistachios. One of the factors contributing to pistachio's weight loss properties is that the fat content may not be fully absorbed.

Promotes Healthy Gut Bacteria

Pistachios are a great source of fiber, with 3 grams per serving. While most fiber passes through the digestive system undigested, certain types of fiber are digested by the good bacteria in your gut and act as probiotics.
Gut bacteria then ferment fiber, and convert it to short-chain fatty acids. This may have some health benefits, including reduced risk of digestive disorders, cancer, and heart disease.
Butyric acid is probably the most beneficial of these short-chain fatty acids. Eating pistachios has been shown to increase the number of butyrate-producing bacteria in the gut more than eating almonds.

May Lower Cholesterol and Blood Pressure

Pistachios can reduce the risk of heart disease in several ways. Pistachios are not only rich in antioxidants, but they also help lower blood cholesterol, improve blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Several studies have demonstrated the cholesterol-lowering effects of pistachios.
Many studies on pistachios and blood lipids have been done by replacing some of the calories in the diet with pistachios. Up to 67% of these studies showed a decrease in total and LDL cholesterol and an increase in HDL cholesterol.

May Promote Vascular Health

The endothelium is the inner layer of blood vessels. Endothelial dysfunction is a risk factor for heart disease, so proper functioning is important.
Vasodilation is the dilation or enlargement of blood vessels. Endothelial dysfunction is characterized by decreased vasodilation that reduces blood flow.
Nitric oxide is a compound that plays an important role in vasodilation. It dilates blood vessels by signaling the smooth cells of the endothelium to relax.
Pistachios are an excellent source of the amino acid L-arginine, which the body converts to nitric oxide. These tiny nuts can therefore play an important role in promoting vascular health.

Helps Lower Blood Sugar

Pistachios have more carbohydrates than most nuts, but their low glycemic index means they won't spike your blood sugar.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, studies have shown that eating pistachios help keep blood sugar levels normal. One study showed that adding 2 ounces of pistachios to a high-carbohydrate diet reduced the postprandial glycemic response in healthy people by 20-30%.
Another 12-week studies showed that a person with type 2 diabetes had a 9% decrease in fasting blood sugar after eating her 0.9 ounces of pistachios as twice-daily snack.
In addition to being rich in fiber and healthy fats, pistachios are rich in antioxidants, carotenoids and phenolic compounds, all of which are beneficial for blood sugar control.

Delicious and Fun to Eat

Pistachios can be enjoyed in many ways. This includes using it in snacks, salad garnishes, pizza toppings, or baking to add a beautiful green or purple color to a variety of desserts and dishes.
Delicious green desserts include pistachio ice cream and cheesecake. Like other nuts, it can also be used to make pesto and nut butter. Sprinkle it over your favorite fish in the oven, add it to your morning cereal, or even make your own dessert crust.

Now that you have learned about pistachios and their numerous benefits, we are proud to say that at Ramon Mehr Mahan Export Company we supply the best Persian Pistachios for you. Go ahead and add Persian pistachios to your shopping list, and enjoy the heavenly taste of it. You can use the “Contact Us” page of the website for ordering or asking your questions.