Pine nuts are edible seeds from pine trees.
- They contain essential nutrients such as
- Magnesium
- Iron
- Zinc
- Protein.
- Pine nuts can help with
- Diabetes management
- Heart health
- Brain health
- Immunity
- Energy levels
- Weight loss
- Lower blood sugar levels
- Suppress appetite.
Pine nuts are a great source of B complex vitamins, which aid in cell metabolism.
Some people may find pine nuts taste bitter or metallic after eating them. This is called “pine mouth” or “pine nut syndrome” and can last anywhere from a couple of days to a couple of weeks.
Pine nuts are expensive due to the difficulty of harvesting them and the long processing time.