HEALTH BENEFITS OF BRAZIL NUTS
- Rich source of selenium (a mineral that boosts immunity, and lowers the risk of heart disease)
- Contains zinc, optimizing the function of the digestive system and metabolism
- The mean concentration of selenium is between 8-83 mcg/g
- Two Brazil nuts (about 7 g) per day provide 56-581 mcg of selenium
- South African RDA for selenium is 55 mcg/day
- Essential for cognitive function, immune system, fertility for men and women, normal thyroid function, maintenance of hair and nails
- High in protein (1 g) and dietary fibre (0.7 g) per two Brazil nuts
- Source of copper, contributing to the maintenance of hair, skin, nails, formation and maintenance of bones and teeth
USES
- Snack
- Roasted, salted, or sweetened
- In fudge, puddings, pesto, chocolate bar, crunchy bar preparations
- Coarsely ground, sprinkled over fruit/vegetable salads
- In desserts, particularly fruitcakes
- In soup, meat, and vegetable dishes
- Brazil nut oil is used in salad dressing and cooking
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Allergens: Brazil Nuts
Ingredients: Brazil Nuts (Raw Un-Salted)
Origin: Bolivia / Peru