Benefits of Hazelnut on Human Health
- It is a very good source of energy; it strengthens the body and provides energy for it.
- It relieves body and mind fatigue.
- Hazelnut is very beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- It lowers the cholesterol level and helps regulate heart rhythm.
- Hazelnut consumption on a daily basis is very effective in reducing the risk of a heart attack.
- It is good against anemia, also it supports body and bone development.
- It is very beneficial for pregnant women to eat hazelnuts both for themselves and for their children to be born.
- Hazelnut has an aphrodisiac effect.
- It is good against varix problems.
- Hazelnut is beneficial for the body against colds and lung diseases.
- Also, it is known for its contribution to skin beauty.
- The most important feature of hazelnut is that it is very beneficial against anemia.
Nutrient values of hazelnut (100 g hazelnut kernels)
T.R. Ministry of agriculture and forestry hazelnut research institute directorate
| 1 | Humidity (g) | 4.60 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Protein (g) | 14.10 |
| 3 | Fat (g) | 63.50 |
| 4 | Carbs (g) | 15,8 |
| 5 | Total nitrogen (g) | 2.66 |
| 6 | Sodium (mg) | 6.00 |
| 7 | Potassium (mg) | 730.00 |
| 8 | Calcium (mg) | 140.00 |
| 9 | Magnesium (mg) | 160.00 |
| 10 | Phosphorus (mg) | 300.00 |
| 11 | Copper (mg) | 1.23 |
| 12 | Zinc (mg) | 2.10 |
| 13 | Manganese (mg) | 4.90 |
| 14 | Iron | (mg) 3.20 |
| 15 | Sulfur (mg) | 120.00 |
| 16 | Chlorine (mg) | 18.00 |
| 17 | Iodine (µg) | 17.00 |
| 18 | Thiamin (B1 vit.) (mg) | 0.43 |
| 19 | Riboflavin (B2 vit.) (mg) | 0.16 |
| 20 | Vitamin B6 (mg) | 0.59 |
| 21 | Vitamin E (mg) | 24.98 |
| 22 | Total sugar (g) | 4.00 |
| 23 | Glucose (g) | 0.20 |
| 24 | Fructose (g) | 0.10 |
| 25 | Sucrose (g) | 3.70 |
| 26 | Energy(kcal) | 691 |
| 27 | Ash | 2,00 |