Who has never bought chestnuts to fight against the cold? It’s one of the delights of fall and not only does it help us warm up, it has many other health benefits.
That’s what the nutritionist says Aina Bougiewhich assures that they can also be beneficial for stress management thanks to their nutritional composition in B group vitamins, which are “very beneficial for the regulation of the central nervous system”.
Furthermore, they are rich in vitamin C and magnesiumwhich helps us regulate cortisol levels in the blood. Although the most common way to eat them is to roast them, there are many ways to prepare them.
For example, if you cook them, their flavor is enhanced and their texture becomes softer, making them easier to digest. In addition, they have great gastronomic value in cooking. This is how the chef of the Viavelez restaurant defends it Aris Ramirezwho says they can be eaten raw, boiled or roasted, pairing well with desserts such as cakes or ice cream.
One example is a panna cotta with chestnut cream, but there are many other options, such as a seasonal chestnut and chanterelle tartlet or a chestnut sponge cake. Of course, traditional roasted chestnuts can now be made in an air fryer. A healthy and nutritious nut that at this time of year helps us relieve the cold and combat stress.
