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Trade those unhealthy snacks for pistachios! You can eat up to 49 pistachios per serving and stay satisfied longer with zero guilt. They give you protein, fiber and healthy fats to get through the day.
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Pistachios are the perfect snack! Pistachios provide 3g of fiber and 6g of protein in one ounce, and are a good source of at least five nutrients, such as copper and thiamin — and they provide only 2g of sugar in 160 calories!
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Avoid the urge to overeat. By grabbing a handful of nuts — such as pistachios — before heading out to a party or outing, you'll feel more satisfied and will be less likely to binge.
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Pistachios are naturally cholesterol-free and contain 1.5 grams of saturated fat, making them a great choice for a heart-healthy diet.
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Eat your antioxidants! Pistachios contain many different antioxidants — each of which offers a unique health benefit that may help curb chronic disease.
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Include pistachios with "high-carb" meals. Pistachios, when eaten with some high-carbohydrate foods, result in a lower than expected blood sugar level, helping you avoid the sugar-highs and crashes often associated with highly refined carbohydrates. In general, foods that do not quickly raise blood sugar are often considered healthier than their more refined counterparts.
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When on the go, pack a handful of unsalted nuts, some fresh fruit, vegetables or string cheese to help you avoid impulsive, less healthful snack choices.
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Families can promote weight control by having "grab-n-go" snacks on hand, like pistachios and fruit, instead of highly refined carbohydrates to hold them until dinner.
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When hosting special gatherings, put out bowls of pistachios and other healthy options as appetizers. Eating appetizers that provide fiber, such as nuts or whole grain baked chips and hummus, half an hour before a meal will help you naturally consume less at dinner.
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Incorporate pistachios into your diet before, during and after stressful events or busy times. Promising research suggests that eating pistachios, along with exercise and lifestyle changes, may help reduce the body's biological response to stress!
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Impress your guests with pistachios — incorporate pistachios into your regular recipes for dinner parties to give them a new flair! For example, try trading out a portion of the ground beef in meatballs with ground pistachios. You may think it's nutty, but your guests will think it's delicious!
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Can't get enough of your favorite nut? Try adding them to muffins, granola or rice dishes.
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Pistachios are the "fun nut" as many enjoy the ritual of cracking open the shell. This action consequentially slows down your snacking, thus causing you to naturally consume less calories.
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Substitute pistachios in your favorite pesto recipe for a delicious twist! Add the pesto to pasta dishes and top with toasted pistachios.
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Try toasting pistachios for a deeper flavor — place in a 350 degree oven or a dry skillet over medium heat and toast until they brown, but do not overcook. They will continue to cook when removed from the stove.
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Use ground pistachios as a deliciously flavorful coating. Try coating pork or seafood in ground pistachios and brown, sauté or broil with a small amount of olive oil for a healthier, but still crispy, alternative to breading or frying.
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Pistachios can spoil or take in moisture from the air and lose their crunch if not stored properly. To maintain freshness, store pistachios in an air-tight container in the refrigerator, where they will keep about three months — or one year in the freezer.
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Top your salad with pistachios They give you the salty crunch of bacon bits or croutons with better health benefits.
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Make your own trail mix! Mixing nuts, including pistachios, which give you fiber, healthy fats and vitamins and minerals, with fruit packs a powerful nutrition punch.
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Snack and hydrate! To avoid overeating, never let yourself get famished. Try keeping a handy pack of pistachios with you at all times in case hunger hits unexpectedly. And make sure to drink plenty of water — when you are dehydrated you feel hungrier.
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To cut salt intake, purchase unsalted pistachios for baking and cooking and season the recipe on your own.
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Store 49 pistachios in individual serving-sized baggies. You will be less likely to overeat when you are presented with an individual serving instead of a family-sized bag.
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Help save the earth by saving your pistachio shells. Use them at the bottom of plant pots to help with drainage.
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Challenge yourself to an all-green meal! Try creating a heart healthy meal by using green ingredients in every dish, included leafy greens, vegetables and — of course — pistachios! Once you see how tasty it can be, you'll want to eat green every day!
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Always keep a supply of brown rice, frozen veggies and pistachios on hand. If you're in a major time crunch, you can throw these items together with a bit of low-sodium soy sauce and seasonings for a tasty stir-fry meal and save yourself from desperately consuming fast-food or pre-made processed dinners.
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Have some vegetarian friends or family, but no idea how to cater to their needs? Take your favorite pasta recipe and substitute meat with toasted pistachios for a delicious meal without sacrificing the protein.
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Instead of adding a banana to your morning cereal or oatmeal, switch it out for some pistachios. One serving of pistachios has as much potassium as half of one large banana.
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Instead of mayonnaise-filled side dishes like coleslaw or potato salad, make a salad out of beans, nuts, veggies and a drizzle of low-fat dressing. Beans mixed with nuts — like pistachios — forms a complete high-fiber vegetable protein, guaranteed to fill you up without all the saturated fat.
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Instead of frying up some chicken, dip in egg whites, roll in ground pistachios and bake in the oven for a crunchy treat!
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Instead of the ever popular banana walnut pancakes, substitute crushed pistachios in your batter for a completely different taste using the same recipe!
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To keep calories the same when using nuts in your diet, substitute them for other sources of fat and protein.
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Substitute pistachio butter for peanut butter. To make pistachio butter, put pistachio kernels in your food processor and blend until they form a smooth consistency. Be sure to keep the spread in your refrigerator to keep it fresh.
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