Shelled pistachios (Aegina pistachios) are nuts that are very beneficial for the human body because they contain many useful nutrients.

They have a high content of vitamins such as niacin and folic acid. Their components include:

• Plant sterols
• Vitamin B6
• Dietary fiber
• Antioxidants

They are among the nuts with the lowest calories, as a handful of pistachios provides 170 calories. They contain fewer fats compared to other nuts, with the largest percentage being beneficial monounsaturated fatty acids.

Additionally, they contain large amounts of antioxidants and vitamin B6, which are essential for good health and metabolic function. They are the richest source of dietary fiber among nuts.