Cashew Nuts are usually barred from the list of super nuts consumed for good health and preventive nutrition. There are many myths associated with cashew nuts, one of them being that they are high in cholesterol and may cause heart disease.
- Cashew Nuts are an excellent source of minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, iron, copper, and vitamins like K, E, niacin, B6, and are low in sodium.
- Cashews have lesser fat content as compared to other nuts like almonds, hazelnuts, and walnuts, and 50% of the fat is the heart-healthy monounsaturated fat (the one present in olive oil).
- Another important fact is that cholesterol does not exist in plant sources so the belief that cashews provide cholesterol is baseless.
Cashew Nuts help in decreasing blood pressure, increase good cholesterol, and help in boosting immunity and thus improve heart health.
So use these Super nuts sparingly only in the raw and roasted form and avoid the salted or fried variety for your overall health and well-being.
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