- Rich in unsaturated (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated) fats which help to lower blood pressure, cholesterol and decrease the risk of heart disease.
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Hazelnuts brown skins are rich in antioxidants 20 times more
powerful than vitamin C! - An excellent source of vitamin E, B1, B2, B5, Folic Acid, Calcium, Iron, Zink, Copper, Potassium and Magnesium.
- Hazelnuts are rich in fibre – essential for a healthy bowel. Gluten free.
- Serving ideas: Healthy snack raw or roasted. Used in baking, often mixed with chocolate; Hazelnuts also provide great flavour and balance in salads and pasta dishes!
Sources:
http://www.healthyfood.co.nz/articles/2011/may/hfg-guide-to-nuts#sthash.rLV0lrEL.dpuf
http://jn.nutrition.org/content/143/8/1254.full
http://www.nuthealth.org/hazelnuts/
http://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/health-benefits-of-hazelnuts-oil/