Setton int foods

A staple of southern baking and confections, pecan trees can reach over one hundred feet in height and grow to be over 1000 years old. A fully grown tree can produce as much as 150 pounds of this heart friendly nut. Pecans are rich in vitamin B3, which helps transform food into energy, as well as sterols which help reduce cholesterol (up to 33% according to a study in the Journal of Nutrition).

Setton’s pistachios are simply in a class by themselves and widely regarded as “America’s Best Tasting Pistachios” – their great taste and superior quality is universally unparalleled. Today’s health conscious individual realizes the benefits that our California pistachios provide. With an abundance of vitamins and minerals, these delicious treats help support overall health and well-being. Our pistachios proudly display the American Heart Association’s Heart Check Mark, a trusted symbol that makes healthy eating choices easy for consumers. A one-ounce serving contains 49-shelled nuts (more per serving than any other nut) and more than 10% of the Daily Value for dietary fiber, vitamin B-6, thiamin, magnesium, phosphorus and copper. That same serving contains 300mg of potassium, as much as an orange. Pistachios are naturally cholesterol-free and are especially rich in phytosterols, which are directly associated with lowering cholesterol levels, and may offer protection from certain types of cancer. They contain monounsaturated fat, similar to that found in olive oil, shown to lower both total and LDL “bad” cholesterol levels and reduce heart disease risk.

Throughout history, almonds have been enjoyed not only for their delicate flavor and delectable crunch, but also for their legendary nutritional benefits. Just a handful of almonds a day may help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels. And that’s good news for just about everyone as cardiovascular disease holds its spot as the leading cause of death among men and women in the U.S.

Brazil nuts come from a tree that is grown in many parts of the Amazon, not just Brazil. They are large, in comparison to other nuts, and are often included in nut mixes. Brazil nuts offer many nutrients, and most of the fat found in them is the healthy unsaturated varieties which when used in lieu of saturated fat can help to promote heart health

The seed of the cashew apple (a delicacy in many countries), cashews are a popular choice worldwide for snacking as well as cooking with. A serving of cashews provides almost a quarter of the recommended daily intake of magnesium which is good for your bones and aids in transforming the food we eat into energy. The nutrients in cashews may also help with the formation of collagen in the skin.

Originally grown in Australia, macadamia nuts were traditionally a difficult crop to cultivate but are now produced worldwide. They are often associated with Hawaii, as they thrive in the climate conditions of the region. They are high in omega 3 fatty acids, fiber and iron which are known to promote heart health, aid in the reduction of bad cholesterol, and lower the risk of heart disease.