Cedar nuts are the fruits of Siberian pine with a pleasant taste and aroma. It is a source of a whole complex of vitamins, amino acids and useful microelements. Cedar nuts are widely used for medicinal and preventive purposes. With their help they treat and prevent many diseases, support the normal state of the body systems, increase immunity.
Culinary applications
Siberian pine seeds give any dish a special flavor. They are used in the preparation of various dishes: vegetable, meat or fish. Also pine kernels are added to desserts and pastries. In terms of their useful properties they can replace a glass of milk or a portion of meat. That is why Siberian pine nuts are valued among vegetarians.
A handful of pine nuts a day is a hearty snack that will provide the body with enough important substances that are necessary for the smooth functioning of the body.
Slimming applications
Despite the fact that it is a high-calorie fruit, their use has almost no effect on weight, but at the same time they give a long feeling of satiety. Therefore, pine kernels can be safely included in the diet of those who support a healthy lifestyle and want to lose weight.
Their usefulness for weight loss is due to the fact that the fats that are present in the seeds, contribute to the production of the hormone cholecystokinin. It stimulates the suppression of the receptors that are responsible for the process of digestion in the stomach. This sends signals to the brain that the body is already full. The feeling of fullness lasts for a long time.
Medical applications
Siberian pine kernels are widely used in folk medicine. On their basis, tinctures and decoctions are prepared for therapeutic and preventive support of the body. For example, they have a beneficial effect on the body of a person who has diabetes. Pine nuts, which are rich in protein, are easier to digest than poultry meat. In addition, they strengthen the body and prevent the patient from overeating, which is very dangerous in this disease.
Pine nuts are also useful for the following diseases:
- gastritis;
- pancreatitis;
- constipation;
- hemorrhoids;
- gout;
- colitis;
- cholecystitis.
Siberian pine seeds are also a source of male and female health. The product has a positive effect on the reproductive system, normalizes the hormonal balance and allows to minimize the risk of many sexual diseases.
Cosmetic applications
Cedar nuts are widely used in cosmetology - on their basis are prepared many products for hair and skin care at home. Masks using Siberian pine kernels or oil have a positive effect on the condition of hair, prevent hair loss, soften and take care of the scalp.
Cedar fruits also help to tone the skin of the face, increase its elasticity and tone. For this purpose, you can use not only nuts, but also their hulls. A simple recipe for a face mask: grind the shells in a blender until smooth and add any oil of your choice. All components are mixed and applied to the face. Cedar husk mask can be kept on the face up to 20 minutes, after which it should be washed off.
Conditions of storage
Store the fruit in a cool place, avoiding direct sunlight. The kernels should be placed in a vacuum container. Fruits with husks can be stored in such conditions for up to 2 weeks. In peeled form, pine nuts are able to retain their properties for up to 2 days. Do not freeze them.