Chestnut

Chestnut

Chinese chestnut, also known as chestnut, originated in southern Europe and Asia Minor, and was introduced to other regions by the Romans. It is now mainly produced in China, Japan, Italy and Spain. Chinese chestnut not only contains a lot of starch, but also contains protein, fat, B vitamins and other nutrients. It is known as the "king of dried fruits". Chestnut can be used as a food substitute. It is called "hardcore crops" and "woody grains" together with dates and persimmons. It is a cheap, high-quality and nutritious tonic.

Nutritional value of chestnuts



Chestnuts are very different from other nuts. They contain quite a lot of carbohydrates, 3 to 4 times more than other nuts, less protein and fat, and provide more than half the calories than other nuts.

The nutritional content of chestnuts is similar to that of corn or rice.

Medicinal value of chestnut


The polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins and minerals contained in chestnuts can prevent and treat diseases such as hypertension, coronary heart disease and osteoporosis. It is an excellent tonic for anti-aging and longevity.

Chestnuts contain riboflavin (vitamin B2). Eating them regularly is beneficial for children's mouth and tongue sores that are difficult to heal and adults' oral ulcers.

Chinese medicine believes that chestnuts can nourish the spleen and stomach, strengthen the kidneys and tendons, and promote blood circulation and stop bleeding. The nourishing function of chestnuts on the human body is comparable to that of ginseng, astragalus, and angelica. It is beneficial for the auxiliary treatment of kidney deficiency, so it is also called the "kidney fruit". It is especially suitable for the elderly with kidney deficiency and loose stools. Regular consumption can strengthen the body and cure diseases.

Dietary precautions

Chestnuts are difficult to digest when eaten raw, and they are easy to cause gas when eaten cooked, so it is not advisable to eat too much at one time. When eating, you should chew them carefully, leaving no residue in your mouth, and swallow them into a slurry little by little to achieve the desired effect. The recommended amount is about 50 grams per person each time.

People with weak spleen and stomach and poor digestion should not eat it.

Fresh chestnuts are easy to deteriorate and moldy. Eating moldy chestnuts can cause poisoning, so spoiled chestnuts should not be eaten.

Since chestnuts contain a lot of sugar, people with diabetes should avoid eating too much when eating chestnuts for tonic, so as not to affect the stability of blood sugar.

How to choose, store and eat chestnuts


Choose chestnuts that are fully mature, plump, free of pests and mechanical damage. Because chestnuts are not easy to preserve, you can randomly sample and taste them to check whether they are rotten or spoiled. Fresh raw chestnut kernels are brown on the outside and light yellow on the inside, and taste crispy and sweet.

Fresh raw chestnuts purchased should be immediately frozen in the refrigerator and stored at -2°C.

Chestnuts can be fried, boiled, ground into powder and eaten directly or made into candies, desserts, porridge, soups, stuffings, etc.

<<:  Nutritional value of millet

>>:  Chestnut home eating methods and benefits

Recommend

Clove spice cultivation methods and precautions

Clove spice is very commonly used in life. It com...

What is the use of spoiled wine? What is the use of spoiled wine?

Wine is a common drink in our life. It is rich in...

Aloe Vera Cultivation Methods and Precautions for Cultivating Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is an annual plant with thick leaves th...

The efficacy and function of dried bitter melon slices

Dried bitter melon slices are made from fresh bit...

Benefits of onions for the prostate gland Benefits of eating onions

Onion is a common food, but it actually has many ...

How to cook lettuce leaves How to cook lettuce leaves

When people eat lettuce on a daily basis, they ma...

How to tell if tofu is spoiled

Tofu is the most common soy product in life and o...

The role of eye masks and the harm of eye masks

Everyone may be familiar with eye masks. Some peo...

Can durian shells be eaten? How to eat durian shells?

Durian is a tropical fruit with a unique flavor. ...

What to do about athlete's foot? The best way to treat athlete's foot

Athlete's foot is a common fungal skin diseas...

Nutritional value of boiled chestnuts

I guess most people don't know much about fri...

The efficacy and effects of blueberries and how to eat them

Everyone knows that blueberries are delicious fru...