Young Pine Cone

Young pine cone

Calories, kcal: 10 Protein, g: 0.0 Fat, g: 0.2 Carbohydrates, g: 2.0

Pine cones are not eaten in their pure form, but for fans of traditional medicine, pine cones are far from last. They make infusions, syrups and preserves. For all recipes, as a rule, young green cones are used, no larger than a matchbox - in such cones, the concentration of resins and nutrients is highest. It is important that the cones for future jams and syrups are collected in ecologically clean areas, far from roads and settlements.

Calorie content of pine cones

The calorie content of pine cones is approximately 10 kcal per 100 grams of product (not precisely determined).

Composition of pine cones

Young pine cones contain a large amount of tannins, resin, vitamins and microelements. Pine cones contain vitamins C, P, K, B, trace elements: iron, magnesium and selenium, as well as oleic and linolenic acid.

The benefits and harms of pine cones

The benefits of pine cones are familiar to many. They help to strengthen the immune system, relieve inflammation, and serve as a good remedy for dry coughs. Infusions and syrups from pine cones have pronounced choleretic properties (calorizer). Pine cone scent soothes the nervous system and helps to cope with stress. If the pine cones are picked and cooked correctly, they will not harm the body. But cones also have contraindications: pine cones are not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding, with hepatitis and other liver diseases and kidney failure.

Nuts and dried fruits