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Cashews are small and kidney shaped, pale yellow in colour, and have a rich, nutty and slightly sweeter taste than peanuts. They can be eaten raw, roasted, as a nut butter or cooked in curries, stir-fries and bakes.
Nutritionally, cashew nuts are a good source of protein and unsaturated fat. A 30g serving contains about 160 calories, but because they are rich in protein and unsaturated fat, they provide a greater satiety level. This serving size also provides about 20% of your daily magnesium intake which is important for hormone health, as well as containing manganese, selenium, iron and zinc.
Oxidative stress can, over time, cause damage to organs, tissues and even cells which may result in various diseases such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis. Antioxidants help to ‘mop up’ oxidative stress and cashew nuts are an excellent source of antioxidants, specifically polyphenols and carotenoids.
Cashew nuts are a good source of magnesium, and research has found that higher blood levels of magnesium have been linked with a reduced risk of a stroke.
The good nutritional profile of cashews – protein, essential fats, vitamins and minerals – work together to help offer possible benefits against memory loss.
Cashew nuts have numerous health benefits and are a good source of nutrients including protein and unsaturated fats, as well as many vitamins and minerals. As with all nuts, they are best eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet, and always best eaten raw rather than those that are salted or honey roasted, which then begins to negate their natural health benefits.
