Can raw wild pine nuts be eaten?
Disease description:
Today, I picked a large quantity of wild pine nuts from the mountains in my hometown. My husband ate some of them—can raw wild pine nuts be safely consumed?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Lei
Wild pine nuts can be eaten raw. Consuming an appropriate amount of wild pine nuts helps promote gastrointestinal motility and has a laxative and lubricating effect on the intestines. Additionally, they can help supplement essential nutrients required by the body. However, because wild pine nuts contain a high amount of oil, excessive consumption may lead to fat accumulation in the body, potentially resulting in obesity.
