Although the consumption of pipes has traditionally been linked to weight gain, a study led by researcher Katherine Philips, from the Department of Biochemistry at the Polytechnic Institute of Virginia, in the United States, has revealed that these nuts are loaded with antioxidants, minerals and unsaturated fats – beneficial -, which makes them a food with very good nutritional properties.
In fact, some experts believe that pipes should be included in the field of so-called superfoods, which like broccoli, onion or garlic help prevent heart disease and cancer.
