Hazelnuts

Hazel is cultivated for centuries and many historical documents mentioned hazelnut as a sacred food. Since the creation of the world, this fruit was undoubtedly one of the first forest products that has served to food. Hazelnuts are grown in temperate zones of the northern hemisphere, especially come from regions that have a relatively mild winter and cool summer, characteristic of the seaside. This is also in these zones are located the main growing countries: Turkey, Georgia, Italy, France and Oregon in the United States.

Hazelnuts are particularly rich in manganese, copper and vitamin E. The benefits of nuts are multiple. They make it possible to lower blood cholesterol, fight against type II diabetes, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Moreover, hazelnuts reduce the risk of developing gallstones and they decrease the risk of colon cancer. To enjoy the benefits, hazelnuts must be consumed at least two handfuls a week.

100g of hazelnuts :

• Calories 646 kcal ( 2703 kJ)
• Fat 62.4 g
• Protein 15.03 g
• Carbohydrates 17.6 g
• 9.4 g dietary fiber
• Vitamin A, B1; B2, E