Amazing benefits of cashew nuts and their effects on teeth and body.




Cashew is one of the popular ingredient in sweet and curry in India.  It is high in calories and other nutrients.  100 grams of nuts provides 553 calories.

Prevents cancer - Studies have shown that cashew can reduce the risk of colon  cancer. Their high content of copper has the power to eliminate free radicals and they are also good source of petrochemicals and antioxidants that protects from heart  diseases and cancer.

Good for healthy heart - They are rich in heart friendly mono unsaturated fatty acids. These fatty acids lowers the harmful LDL cholesterol and increases the good HDL cholesterol in blood.

Good for skin - It also contains manganese, potassium, copper, iron,
zinc and selenium.

Protects the eye - Cashew contains zea xanthin which is a antioxidant pigment which protects eyes from harmful UV rays.

Helps in weight loss - Cashew nuts  contains less fat compared to peanuts, walnuts and almonds. They are dense in energy and high in dietary fiber which in turn manages weight gain.


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