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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Cashew Nuts<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Cashew Nuts<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Cashew Nuts for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Cashew Nuts<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Cashew Nuts<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Cashew nuts or Kaju are technically not nuts but seeds. The scientific name of cashew nuts is Anacardium Occidentale L.<\/em> and belongs to the family Anacardiaceae.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cashew nuts grow on evergreen trees, which are native to Brazil and later expanded to South American countries. The Portuguese introduced cashew nuts in India and Africa in the 16th century.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A single-seeded nut in a hard grey shell grows at the bottom of the cashew apple (a soft and juicy fruit). There are 33 varieties of cashew nuts identified, out of which only 26 varieties are marketed. The W-180 variety is known as the \u201cking of cashews\u201d.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cashew nuts are a popular ingredient known for its rich nutty flavour and is used in various Indian dishes and as a dairy alternatives like cream and cashew milk. As for the nutritional composition, cashew nuts are rich in tocopherols, phytosterols, phenolic lipids and several bioactive compounds, all of which have several benefits to human health^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Cashew Nuts<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nCashew nuts provide a range of nutrients per 100g serving, as outlined below ^{2<\/sup><\/a>:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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Carbohydrates<\/strong>: 36.3 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protein<\/strong>: 17.4 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fats<\/strong>: 38.9 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fiber<\/strong>: 4.1 g\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Energy<\/strong>: 565 kcal\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium<\/strong>: 251 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium<\/strong>: 5 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron<\/strong>: 5.99 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium<\/strong>: 42 mg\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n
Cashews have several vital nutrients such as vitamins like vitamin B (thiamine and folate), E, and K. Additionally, they are abundant in minerals like magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and zinc, which are crucial for several body processes ^{11<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n}Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Cashew Nuts<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Scientific literature has found that cashew nuts show numerous properties as those mentioned below:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Antioxidant properties:<\/strong> They may help neutralise free radicals in the body.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Anti-inflammatory effects: <\/strong>They might assist in reducing inflammation.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Analgesic potential: <\/strong>They may play a role in easing minor discomfort.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Antidiabetic activity: <\/strong>They might support metabolic health.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Anti-cancer potential: <\/strong>Preliminary research suggests possible protective effects at the cellular level.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Cardio-protective properties<\/strong>: They may contribute to maintaining heart health.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Antimicrobial effects: <\/strong>They could help defend against certain harmful microbes^{4<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>}
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