Named the ideal product for those who want to lose weight

 Fiber, together with protein, can stabilize blood sugar levels, which is important for fighting excess weight.

Nutritionists Tammy Lakatos-Shames and Lissy Lakatos called pistachios an ideal product for those who want to lose weight, because they contain the maximum amount of fiber. Their words are quoted by the publication ETNT, informs UAINFO.org.

Nutritionists say fiber helps maintain a healthy weight and lowers the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cholesterol and some cancers. To get it in sufficient quantity, you can include dark beans, pumpkin, chia and pomegranate seeds, apples, dried figs in your diet, but the best product, in their opinion, is pistachios.

"When a person needs to lose weight, they should eat fiber and protein," recommended Lakatos and Lakatos-Shames. one cup of pistachios (120 grams)".

Fiber, together with protein, is able to stabilize the level of sugar in the blood, which is important for the fight against excess weight, nutritionists continued. Pistachios, they say, prevent sudden surges of energy followed by activity slumps. In addition, sharp jumps in blood sugar levels lead to disruptions in the work of the hormonal system - for example, the release of cortisol, which stimulates the accumulation of fat on the abdomen.

In conclusion, Lakatos and Lakatos-Shames noted that pistachios are rich in inflammation-fighting antioxidants that slow weight loss.