February 26, 2018 (Monday)
John Felix Anthony Cena (/ˈsiːnə/; born April 23, 1977) is an American professional wrestler, actor, rapper, and media personality.* He is involved in numerous philanthropic causes, most notably with the Make-A-Wish Foundation–he has granted the most wishes in Make-A-Wish history. He is of interest on this particular day because he is the voice of Ernie the Elephant, who says he loves Pistachios, and today is National Pistachio Day! **.
NUTTY PISTACHIO FACTS
Pistachios grow on trees. They are native to the Middle East
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Its a long wait to get the first nut. A pistachio tree takes 7-10 years to mature.
California is the major producer in the U.S.
Pistachios are harvested in September by machines that shake the trees. It takes less than a minute.
Its open hull is unique. The nut is ripe when the hull splits open.
People in the Middle East call it the “smiling nut” and in China its called the “happy nut”.
Pistachios are nutritious, so eat them up!
Celebrate today by eating Pistachios. They are great plain as a snack, in ice cream, and in a wide range of desserts. They have a reputation for being good for you.
* Ernie the Elephant:
** Click here to read all about John Cena on Wikipedia.
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