Salud Viva Chestnut Flour 250 gr

The chestnut has always been a very important fruit in the diet of our ancestors, especially in the northern area of our country. In fact, during the Middle Ages, in the south of Europe, the communities that lived near chestnut forests and had little access to cereal flour, used chestnuts as the main source of carbohydrates. For centuries it has been a resource for the Celts, the chestnut was the breadfruit tree, that is, the sacred tree of life. Chestnuts are consumed in various ways and their flour is also widely used in baking. The chestnut is one of the dried fruits with less caloric value, and its moderate consumption is highly recommended in slimming diets.

It is ideal for sportsmen, children and the elderly, thanks above all to the fact that it becomes an interesting source of energy. Because of this virtue, it is also interesting for all those people who need extra energy, either because they are physically or mentally tired. It is very rich in non-soluble fibre, which is why it is interesting when it comes to fighting constipation. The fibre it provides is useful for the body and its minerals encourage protein synthesis, helping the bones to be in optimum condition. It is a gluten-free food and its fats are beneficial without harming people with high cholesterol. Due to its high content of essential nutrients, it is a wonderful ally for pregnant women or those who are breastfeeding. Chestnuts maintain balanced sugar levels and are considered a very restorative food.