Pistachios Lower Cholesterol
May 5 ,2007: Science Daily — A handful of pistachios may lower cholesterol and provide the antioxidants usually found in leafy green vegetables and brightly colored fruit, according to a team of researchers. "Pistachio amounts of 1.5 ounces and 3 ounces -- one to two handfuls -- reduced risk for cardiovascular disease by significantly reducing LDL cholesterol levels and the higher dose significantly reduced lipoprotein ratios," says Sarah K. More
Figures
Aug 26 ,2006: According to the Iran Customs information; 141,600 MT. pistachios have exported during last Iranian year ( March 22, 2005 – March 22, 2006) to 75 different countries. More
Crop 2006
Jul 26 ,2006: Pistachio farmers will start harvesting new crop from beginning Sept. 2006 and it would be ready for shipment by beginning Oct. More