There are many different nuts. They are all good, but each in its own way. Pine nuts, which are the seeds of Siberian pine pine, can be considered as one of the most useful. They are similar in shape to pomegranate grains and have a dark brown color, but in this case I would like to pay more attention not to the external description, but to their positive properties.
Calorie and chemical composition
Pine nuts are very high in calories (680 kcal per 100 g). They saturate the body with high-quality protein, which is well and quickly absorbed. 100 g of the product contains about 15.6 g of protein, 56 g of fat and 28.5 g of carbohydrates. 
The nucleus contains 14 amino acids, most of which are irreplaceable. Oleic acid is a prophylactic against atherosclerosis, tryptophan helps to get rid of insomnia, and arginine is indispensable for growing children.
Nuts also contain a large amount of vitamins: A, B1, B2, C, D, E, PP and K, although the high value of the product is due to the presence of vitamins B1 and E.
Did you know? There is a lot of vitamin A in pine nut oil. It is 3-5 times less in fish oil and olive oil.
100 g of the product is able to meet the daily need of the body for such deficient trace elements such as copper, zinc, manganese and cobalt. In addition, nuts contain potassium, magnesium, phosphorus and other minerals. 
How are pine nuts useful for women?
The use of pine nuts by women helps to preserve beauty and health for many years, which is why they are added to various cosmetics, although regular consumption of food improves the appearance of hair and nails.
A decoction of nuts has a positive effect on the negative manifestations of menopause and heavy menstrual bleeding.
To facilitate menopause, celery, veronica officinalis, yarrow, nasturtium, lavender, peppermint, primrose are recommended.When varicose veins are useful 2 times a day to massage the feet with cedar oil. In addition, it relieves well from skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. Tincture with honey and wine eliminates insomnia, fatigue and irritability.
Useful nuts for pregnant and lactating mothers. 
Is it possible
Given the possible allergic reactions to nuts, there are some contraindications to their use, however, it is impossible to deny the benefits that they have in themselves. Let's find out whether you can always eat the fruits of cedar.
During pregnancy
For future mothers nuts are simply indispensable:
- Relieve toxemia and improve digestion.
To relieve toxicosis can walnuts, royal jelly, lemon balm, quince, cornel, spinach.
- The presence of amino acids helps to strengthen the immune system.
- Eucosenic acid contributes to the proper development of the fetus.
- Phylloquinone (vitamin K) strengthens bone tissue and improves blood clotting (to avoid bleeding);
- Thiamine has a beneficial effect on the central nervous system;
- PP improves blood flow to the fetus;
- Copper and manganese prevent anemia.
Important! One cone with nuts for a pregnant woman should be enough for 2 - 3 days, and the daily dose should not exceed 2 tablespoons. spoons.
During lactation
The advantage of cedar seeds during lactation is that they contain the amino acid arginine. It has a positive effect on metabolic processes in the body, that is, it is updated at the cellular level.
Arginine is also found in foods such as lagenaria, green sweet peppers, beets, chives, beans, pomegranates.
Nursing mothers do not have enough vitamins B1, A and C, which are in sufficient quantities in the pine nuts. It is not yet proven that they also increase the amount of milk, but that the quality and composition of milk is improving - that’s for sure.
But despite all the advantages, in the first month after birth, it is better not to use them. You can try to start from the second month, if the woman did not have allergies or other contraindications to their use in the past. 
When losing weight
Despite the fact that nuts are very high in calories, they may well reduce weight. Such a miraculous effect is based on the stimulation of the production of the hormone cholecystokinin, and it has the ability to transmit signals to the brain about the saturation of the organism.
Consequently, this reduces the appetite, and therefore, taking less food, a person loses extra pounds. Eat cedar seeds need 30 minutes before eating.
With diabetes
The absence of cholesterol and a large amount of protein in the described nuts in patients with diabetes mellitus, normalizes the liver and immune system, but the number of nucleoli should not exceed 100 pieces: about 20-25 g of product. 
In diseases of the gastrointestinal tract
Despite the obvious benefits of pine nuts, in the presence of any problems and diseases, they should be used with caution, and it is better to consult with your doctor in advance.
- It is impossible to get involved in this product if there are signs of gallstone disease, cholecystitis or diseases of the biliary tract.
- When gastritis is allowed about 20 grams per day to strengthen the mucous membrane of the abdominal cavity and to increase the body's defenses.
- After suffering pancreatitis, it is better not to use nuts for at least a year.
- Given the high calorie content and the presence of large amounts of fat, this food will be hard for a person with problems in the digestive system.
How much can a day
Cedar seeds are useful in small quantities. Their daily rate should not exceed 50 grams, and take them better as a standalone product in the morning.
Where can I add
The most useful nuts when they are raw. In this form, they can be added to salads, cold vegetable snacks, pizza, various desserts and pastries. They add a savory flavor to the famous pesto sauce.
In salads, cedar seeds combine well with Chinese cabbage, avocado, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, as well as spinach and arugula. The unique taste is obtained in combination with honey, muesli and cottage cheese. It should not be combined with meat and dairy products.
Very useful for dieters and vegetarians. Even a simple salad with bell peppers, onions, lettuce, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar and spices will be satisfying if you sprinkle it with cedar nut kernels. 
How to choose a quality product when buying
Gather cedar seeds in September-October. And it is desirable to buy them at this time, as the freshness will be guaranteed.
It is best to acquire them in the shell, because the cleansed quickly lose useful properties and deteriorate. The shell should be dry, without mold, light, and dark color indicates the presence of emptiness and rot inside. Too light and dry nuts can be dried.
It is better not to buy cleaned nuts, but if you still decide to buy, then choose a small package in order to use it quickly. Packaging material must be opaque.
Important! If the nuts give bitterness, then the oil in them has gone cold. They can not eat, so as not to get poisoned.
How to clean
At industrial enterprises for the purification of kernels from the shell using special equipment. At home, this is a rather complicated process. To facilitate it, many recommend to fry the seeds first. But it will lose a lot of nutrients.
So it is better to do without it. You can chop kernels at home with a hammer, garlic press, pliers and other similar devices.
The best option - pour a small layer on a towel, cover the top and roll with a rolling pin for dough. The shell will crack and it will be easier to move away. 
Where and how much can be stored at home
In order to preserve the beneficial properties of nuts, it is necessary to maintain the temperature not higher than + 18ºC and the humidity not more than 50%. The room should be cool and well ventilated.
Storage space may be:
- refrigerator door;
- cool pantry;
- dry cellar or basement;
- freezer (prolongs shelf life by 2 times).
You can store in the form of:
- Cones. Place in a linen bag and keep in a dark, cool, well-ventilated area.
- In shell. Desirable in a dark place. Monitor the quality of the product, depending on this shelf life can be from 3 months to a year.
- In purified form. This product is stored only in the refrigerator, in an airtight container (plastic containers, plastic bags) for up to 3 months. In the freezer is stored longer.
Throughout the period of storage, you need to periodically check the quality, darkened or spoiled nuts should be selected and discarded.How can be used in cosmetology
The composition of cedar seeds include substances with antibacterial properties. Therefore, cosmetics with the addition of cedar helps to get rid of various rashes and inflammations, smoothes wrinkles, nourishes with vitamins and oils.
With inflammation and rashes they fight with the help of orange, swede, laconosa, purslane, burdock leaves, heather, quinoa.The presence of silicone makes the skin young and elastic.
Given the usefulness of the product, shredded kernels are added to various masks and scrubs.
Did you know? Cedar shell ash removes unwanted hair. To do this, 300 g of shells need to burn and pour water or vegetable oil. Apply the mixture on the skin for 10 minutes and then wipe with a damp cloth.
Nourishing mask
For this mask you need to take 2-3 spoons of peeled kernels and 0.5 spoons of kefir (oily skin) or sour cream (dry skin). Kernels grind into flour and mix with fermented milk product. Apply for 15 minutes, then rinse.
You can take crushed nuts, raspberries and yogurt in the ratio of 1: 2: 2. Mix well and apply on face and neck for 15 minutes. Wash off with plain water. Raspberries can be replaced by strawberries, and yogurt - with any fatty dairy product.
Scrub
To scrub you need to take 2 tablespoons of crushed nuts, one protein and a few drops of chamomile concentrated oil. Mix well, beat. Apply to face along the massage lines. Massage for 3-5 minutes. Rinse with warm water and then cold. 
Contraindications
Like any other product, pine nuts have some contraindications and it is very undesirable to use it:
- people with personal intolerance;
- susceptibility to allergies;
- problems in the circulatory system (varicose veins, thrombophlebitis);
- persons with gastrointestinal problems;
- lactating women in the first months after delivery;
- children up to 2 years.
- if there are diseases of the biliary tract - only after consulting a doctor.
Despite some contraindications, the benefits of taking pine nuts are indisputable. And by including them in your daily diet, you will undoubtedly win and improve your health and appearance.
