Hazelnuts

The wonder nut might be the hazelnut. The Oregon Hazelnut Industry claims that it can treat both a persistent cough and the common cold. It is also one of the five holy foods that God gave to humanity. The official state nut of Oregon, sometimes referred to as a filbert, makes up nearly all of the commercial hazelnut market in the United States. A few years ago, research from Oregon State University revealed that Oregon accounted for 99% of the hazelnuts farmed for commercial purposes in America, with its northern neighbor providing the remaining 1%.

According to the study, mature trees may reach a height of 40 feet and have a lifespan of 50 years. This is excellent news for farmers in Oregon since mature orchards can yield up to 4,000 pounds of hazelnuts per acre. Hazelnuts are tasty morsels that are cholesterol-free and high in protein. According to WebMD, marble-sized nuts include vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids, all of which are good for the heart. Oregonians eat them whole after peeling them and roasting them, or they can smash them and add them to salads or wilted greens. Even when freshly cracked from their shell, hazelnuts make a fantastic snack.