Chilgoza – Desi Jadi Buti, commonly known as pine nuts are grown on a pine tree (Pinus Gerardiana). These edible nuts with a crunchy, nutty and buttery flavour are clad by other names pignoli, pinyon, pinon nuts, cedar nuts and are largely grown the Western Himalayan region. Though there are more than 30 different species of pine nuts available, only 3 types are used for consumption.
Chilgoza is useful for diabetes patients, of iron and loaded with antioxidants that helps to improve the good cholesterol levels in the body. It is also helps in contains Vitamins A & E, and other vital nutrients that prevent the growth of cancer. The host of healthy plant compounds present in chilgoza play a crucial role in lowering cholesterol, scavenges free radicals, lowering risk of heart disease and promoting weight loss.
Chilgoza is small and pleasantly delicious nut loaded with a dense nutrient profile such as monounsaturated fatty acids, proteins and antioxidants. The wealth of nutrients in chilgoza also includes essential vitamins B1, B2, C and minerals potassium, magnesium, phosphorus and a moderate amount of iron, calcium, zinc and manganese.
Chilgoza is covered in a hard shell, the outer covering should be removed before consuming. For an extended shelf life always store the pine nuts with the shell.
CHILGOZA – CHILGOJA – PINE NUT – PINUS GERARDIANA Benefits:
Chilgoza helps in preventing and curing:
- Rich in iron is a vital nutrient that is needed by the body to store oxygen and transport it to the vital organs.
- High on energy nutrients present in this nut lowers bad cholesterol (LDL) and improves the good cholesterol (HDL) in the body.
- Rich in magnesium aids in the healthy structural development of the bones, magnesium facilitates the transport of calcium in the body.
- Rich source of zinc strengthens the immune system, and aids in faster healing of wounds, and prevents the regular occurrence of common cold.
- Prevents diabetes pine nut’s glycemic index is low that enhances the performance of the insulin.
- Good for heart beneficial for the heart 90% of the fat in this nut is unsaturated and thus useful in preventing heart illnesses.
Other Names:
pignoli, pinyon, pinon nuts, cedar nuts, chilgoza, pine nuts etc.,
Safety Information:
- Use under medical supervision.
- Avoid direct sunlight and do not refrigerate.
- Store the product in an air tight container after opening the package.
- For natural taste and freshness. keep it in cool and dry place.
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