The history of growing hazelnuts dates back to ancient times. Even ancient Greeks and Romans knew that besides their value as a nutrient hazelnuts were capable of providing curative effects on the organism. They are a rich source of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin E, copper, magnesium, phosphorous, iron and vitamin B1. As is the case with other nuts hazelnuts do not contain beta-carotene or vitamin C. They have a beneficial influence on preventing the creation of kidney stones and also help during the illness itself. Hazelnuts are used by confectioners – raw, roasted, crushed, and ground. A light oil is also obtained from hazelnuts which is used in the production of chocolate.
Hazelnut kernels