Pistachios, Healthy and Delicious

4. Promote Healthy Gut Bacteria

Eating plenty of dietary fiber can help your overall gut (gastrointestinal tract) health by keeping digestion moving smoothly. Fiber usually moves through your digestive system mostly undigested. Some types of fiber, however, are digested by the good bacteria in your gut, acting as prebiotics. Pistachios have a fairly high amount of dietary fiber per serving, making them especially helpful for a healthy gut. Gut bacteria then ferment the fiber and convert it into short-chain fatty acids, which may have several health benefits, including a reduced risk of developing digestive disorders, cancer, and heart disease. Having healthy gut bacteria can also help with managing metabolic syndrome, as well as soothe the symptoms of IBS and other digestive complaints.