Pistachios might not be one of the most popular nuts in the U.S., but their buttery texture and versatile flavor is definitely worth a second look for home chefs.

With pistachios you can snack your way to a better figure. Scientists found that pistachios are healthy and can certainly help you lose weight. This is because part of pistachios doesn’t get digested. People who have to peel their pistachios first can even burn a few calories that way.