5 May, 2024 @ 11:00
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How eating pistachios daily can help improve brain function and memory, according to Harvard scientists

EATING pistachios daily can help improve brain function and memory, say leading scientists from Harvard University. 

Although expensive, pistachios remain one of Spain’s favourite nuts and aside from their delicious flavour, there is good reason for it

The tasty treats have been found to have positive effects for our cardiovascular and brain health, as well as the metabolism. 

In general, nuts are well known for having healthy fats, soluble fibre and vegetable proteins.

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Pistachios have multiple health benefits.
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The high fibre content of pistachios is particularly helpful in promoting gut health.

They are also great because they have anti-inflammatory effects, being rich in a range of antioxidant flavonoids, chemicals known to reduce your risk for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and some types of cancer. 

Some studies have also shown that eating flavonoids regularly can decrease your chance of cognitive deterioration. 

Pistachios are also great for improving memory and our nervous system. 

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In particular, they have a high content of lutein and zeaxanthin, both types of carotenoids, an important part of brain function. 

According to a study by Frontiers in Nutrition, diets rich in carotenoids are associated with improved memory and cognitive performance, as well as a lowered rich of depression. 

A tiny powerhouse, the mighty pistachio also has cardiovascular benefits. Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews conducted a study which revealed the but can significantly reduce blood glucose levels on an empty stomach and increase insulin resistance for those suffering diabetes.

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Yzabelle Bostyn

Yzabelle Bostyn is an NCTJ trained journalist who started her journalistic career at the Olive Press in 2023.
Before moving to Spain, she studied for a BA in English Literature and Hispanic Studies at the University of Sheffield.
After graduating she moved to the university’s journalism department, one of the best in the UK.
Throughout the past few years, she has taken on many roles including social media marketing, copywriting and radio presenting.
She then took a year out to travel Latin America, scaling volcanoes in Guatemala and swimming with sharks in Belize.
Then, she came to the Olive Press last year where she has honed her travel writing skills and reported on many fantastic experiences such as the Al Andalus luxury train.
She has also undertaken many investigations, looking into complex issues like Spain’s rental crisis and rising cancer rates.
Always willing to help, she has exposed many frauds and scams, working alongside victims to achieve justice.
She is most proud of her work on Nolotil, a drug linked to the deaths of many Brits in Spain.
A campaign launched by Yzabelle has received considerable support and her coverage has been by the UK and Spanish media alike.
Her writing has featured on many UK news outlets from the Sun to the Mail Online, who contracted her to report for them in Tenerife on growing tourism issues.
Recently, she has appeared on Times Radio covering deadly flooding in Valencia.

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