The Chestnut Growers of Australia have recently undertaken testing of Australian Chestnuts and found the following fantastic health attributes:

Chestnuts are:

LOW GI (Approved by the Diabetic Institute of Victoria)
LOW FAT (2%) / LOW SODIUM (Chestnuts have the Heart Tick)
GLUTEN FREE (Coeliac Society Approved)
USEFUL FIBRE, POTASSIUM, CALCIUM AND ENERGY

Chestnuts are unlike other nuts in that they are low in fat and fresh nuts need to be stored in the fridge not in the cupboard. They are not a real 'nut', not a vegetable and not a fruit.  This unique food is just action-packed goodness that is tasty and versatile to use.