Nutty Benefits: What You Should Know About Cashew Nuts

I remember how much I disliked cashew nuts when I was a child, but I have since grown to love it, especially when it is salted with a dash of pepper too.

Cashew nuts are very versatile nuts when it comes to consumption. They make great nut butter, used in stir fries and salads and are also a great snack in between meals.

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They are readily available in Nigeria as the cashew fruits, where they are gotten from can be found here.

Some factors to consider to make you reach for thes nuts

• Cashews have a lower fat content compared to other nuts
• They are good for the heart, as they contain anti-oxidants that can help prevent heart diseases.
• They also contain essential minerals such as potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc, manganese and selenium, a good enough amount of these minerals to prevent deficiency diseases. These minerals are essential for body functions and regulations
• They help promote healthy bones, hair, gums and teeth, nerves and aid digestion
• Also beneficial in the prevention of the formation of gallstones
• Cashew nuts help prevent from macular degeneration by filtering the sun’s Ultra Violet rays

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