PISTACHIOS POWER OUR BODY DEFENSES
Pistachios provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals that help your immune system operate at its best.
Factors That Affect Our Immune Response
![Factors that affect our Immune Response](/sites/default/files/inline-images/Some-we-can-750x750.jpg)
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As we age, our immune response capability becomes reduced, which in turn contributes to more infections.
Eat a variety of nutritious foods daily!
Winning Tactic…
Nuts, like pistachios, are an integral part of a healthy diet, providing the body with vital:
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Vitamins
![Minerals](/sites/default/files/inline-images/Minerals-500x500.png)
Minerals
![Antioxidants](/sites/default/files/inline-images/Antioxidants-500x500.png)
Antioxidants
![Phytochemicals](/sites/default/files/inline-images/Phytochemicals-500x500.png)
Phytochemicals
Stay Healthy with Healthy Snacking
Pistachios: The Perfect Snack
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▶ Lots of Fiber - One serving = over 10% of the daily requirement of fiber |
▶ A Source of Protein - One serving = 6 grams of protein |
▶ Vitamins and Minerals - Potassium, copper, magnesium, thiamin and pyridoxine and more! |
▶ Healthy Fats - Mostly mono- and poly-unsaturated fats, fats that are recommend for a healthy heart |
▶ Antioxidant Powerhouse - Pistachios deliver antioxidants such as gamma-tocopherol, polyphenols and the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin |
▶ Phytosterols Satisfying Source of Energy - Among highest phytosterol content in snack foods and only 160 calories per serving, helpful in curbing cravings for less healthy snacks |