Nut paste is a favorite of nutritionists. It is difficult to find such a concentration of vegetable proteins, valuable fats, micro- and macroelements in a small portion of the product anywhere else. What are the most useful nut pastes and where can I order them? All the details are in today's article.
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For ideal breakfasts and snacks, order TOM walnut paste. The Ukrainian company, founded in 2012, is the market leader. Its assortment includes about 30 types of pastes. The product is haccp and ISO 22000 certified.
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- Classic peanut paste. Contains 100% roasted peanuts. Nutritional value: 100 g of product contains 26.2 g of proteins, 50.7 g of fats and 20.8 g of carbohydrates. Peanut paste is effective when it comes to normalizing cholesterol levels, strengthening immunity and reducing stress levels, because it includes β-sitosterol. Add to this the high content of potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, calcium, vitamins PP and C - here it is, an ideal product.
- Walnut paste. It contains exclusively roasted walnut kernels. Nutritional value: 100 g of product contains 15.5 g of proteins, 65.0 g of fats and 10.1 g of carbohydrates. There are legends about the benefits of walnuts. They contain a number of biologically active substances, including vitamin E, folic acid, melatonin and omega-3 acids, which are recognized as neuroprotectors. Thus, walnut paste promotes activation of the brain. The restoration of energy balance should also be attributed to the pleasant results of using walnut paste.
- Pistachio paste. It contains 96.5% roasted pistachio kernels, as well as coconut oil and salt. Nutritional value: 100 g of product contains 20.5 g of proteins, 47.3 g of fats and 26.7 g of carbohydrates. Pistachio paste breaks all records for the content of iron and omega-3 acids, as well as vitamin B6, which is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels.
- Cashew paste. It contains 94.5% roasted cashew kernels, as well as coconut oil and vanilla. Nutritional value: 100 g of product contains 15.0 g of proteins, 48.3 g of fats and 31.1 g of carbohydrates. Cashews are an important source of iron, copper, phosphorus, calcium, vitamins of group B and vitamin E. Nuts contain oleic acid, which contributes to the normalization of the work of the cardiovascular system and strengthening of immunity.
- Almond paste. It contains 92% roasted almond kernels, as well as honey, coconut oil, vanilla and salt. Nutritional value: 100 g of product contains 19.3 g of proteins, 51.6 g of fats and 22.5 g of carbohydrates. Almonds are a storehouse of components such as copper (participates in neurological processes and stimulates the production of hormones), manganese (plays a key role in the production of collagen), phosphorus (ensures effective brain function), as well as vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, C and E.
It is recommended to add nut pastes to salads, smoothies and porridges, as well as to combine with berries and whole grain bread.