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Cashews - Raw and Whole
$12.22
Raw natural cashews are high in protein and low in carbohydrates. Raw cashews are used for baking, cooking or snacking. High in protein our cashew are always a great on the go snack! Cashew nuts do have a relatively high fat content (12 grams per ounce, 2 grams saturated fat), but it is considered “good fat.”Cashew nuts also have a fatty acid profile that contributes to good health through phytosterols, tocopherols, and sqaulene, all of which lower the risk of heart disease, combined with the nut’s zero percent cholesterol content. Even with the relatively high fat content, cashew nuts are considered to be a “low-fat” nut. In fact, cashew nuts contain less fat per serving than many other popular nuts commonly found in grocery stores and health food stores, including almonds, walnuts, peanut and pecans.
Recommendations vary for cashew nut consumption in diet and weight loss. Cashew nuts have a high energy density and high amount of dietary fiber, both of which have been attributed to a beneficial effect on weight management, but only when eaten in moderation.
1 lb
Availability:
In stock
SKU
PBM-SN-301080
Raw natural cashews are high in protein and low in carbohydrates. The fat content found in cashews is predominantly heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. This type of “good” fat can reduce LDL cholesterol levels when it is used to replace saturated fat in the diet. They are also chock-full of powerful antioxidants, which could play an important role in their heart-protective benefits. They are an especially rich source of the fat-soluble antioxidant Vitamin E, which can protect your body against toxins. Cashews are a plentiful source of minerals like iron, magnesium and phosphorus. They also contain small amounts of zinc, potassium and selenium. A serving of cashews can help you get more essential minerals in your diet.
| Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) | |
|---|---|
| Energy | 553 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30.2 g |
| Fat | 43.9 g |
| Protein | 18.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.3 g |
| Vitamins | Quantity %DV† |
| Thiamine (B1) | 0.642 mg 8% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.06 mg 3% |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.06 mg 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.42 mg 12% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5 mg 7% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 37 mg 4% |
| Iron | 6.7 mg 37% |
| Magnesium | 292 mg 71% |
| Manganese | 1.65 mg 82% |
| Phosphorus | 593 mg 59% |
| Potassium | 660 mg 19% |
| Zinc | 5.78 mg 12% |
| Copper | 2.197 mg 112% |
| Selenium | 19.9 mcg 25% |
†Percentages are roughly approximated using US recommendations for adults.
Source: USDA Nutrient Database (Link to USDA Database entry)
| Manufacturer | Persian Basket |
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