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Noce di Motta Camastra

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  • Location: Adrano

Main agricultural production of Motta Camastra with traditional systems. High content of polyphenols and minerals such as manganese, zinc, copper and selenium. E 'it was found that the polyphenol content in the oil extracted from the nuts of Camastra is between 55 mg / kg of Pacenzia hp and 86 mg / kg of cv Currò. Selenium, exceptionally high in the local cultivars Mottesi (100 times higher than those reported in the literature) is a trace element in strong antioxidant properties and is, therefore, a great ally in the prevention of inflammatory diseases caused by cellular oxidative stress (atherosclerosis) and certain forms of cancer. By decree of 22 July 2004 of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (published in the Gazette No. 144 of 18.08.2004), the Walnut Motta has been included in the list of traditional food products of the Sicilian Region.

Well known and strong popular impact the Walnut Festival in early October each year.

 

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