Scientific evidence points out clearly that plant based diets are healthier then animal products. Cashew nuts, like all plant products ,are cholesterol free. They are full of nutrients including protein and fiber. Cashew nuts are sodium free and contain 7% of the recommended daily value for dietary fiber per serving They also a great source of vitamins such as folic acid ,niacin and vitamins E & B6 and minerals like magnesium copper ,zinc, selenium, phosphorus and potassium.

Yes, nuts are relatively high in fat, but 82% of the fat is unsaturated. It is important to look at not only the amount of fat one eats, but also the type of fat. In cashew nuts the ratio of monounsaturated to saturated fat is about 4:1, There is also balanced ratio between the saturated fat and the poly unsaturated fat approximately 1:1.The predominant polyunsaturated fatty acid found in cashew is omega-6,which is essential fatty acid. The unsaturated fat can actually decrease low density lipoprotein(LDL, or bad cholesterol ) levels.
Recent medical studies indicate that nuts may play an important role in reducing the risk of heart disease. Including the nuts in the diet does not appear to cause weight gain as long as, total calories are controlled. Further more, eating a handful of cashew nuts satiety is reached earlier, which helps in satisfactory maintenance of weight!

                     Cashew nuts contain antioxidants and phytochemicals. Antioxidants protect the cells in the body from getting damaged. Phytochemicals are plant compounds that appear to decrease the risk of heart disease ,cancer and other chronic diseases.

In short cashews are perfect alternative to any health ‘pill' Then why not enjoy a mouthful of nuts a day.

Health nuts and Mediterranean diet

The role of balanced diet for health and longevity is recognized worldwide. Diet-related disease are common everywhere, brought about either by nutritional deficiency or through mindless over consumption of undesirable foods.

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