Chestnuts are a great source of minerals, containing high levels of copper, manganese, and potassium.
Copper is essential for the absorption of iron from the gut and copper deficiency – which is very rare – is a cause of iron-deficient anaemia.
Manganese has a key role in the metabolism of carbohydrates, protein, and cholesterol, Dr Lee pointed out.
She said: “In the Western world, we tend to eat too much salt (sodium) and not enough potassium.
“Low potassium levels have been linked to raised blood pressure and an increased risk of stroke.
“For people with high blood pressure, eating foods such as chestnuts, which contain high levels of potassium, has been shown to lower blood pressure.
“Heart specialists believe we should all be reducing our salt intake, but ensuring our diet contains enough potassium.”
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