HEALTH BENEFITS OF BRAZIL NUTS
- Rich source of selenium (a mineral that boosts immunity and lowers the risk of heart disease)
- Contains zinc, optimising 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, and 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, and 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 Unsalted)
- Origin: Brazil
- Grade: Whole Medium
- Season: 2026
Typical nutritional information per 100g:
- Energy: 2,757 kJ / 659 kcal
- Protein: 14.3 g
- Total fat: 67.1 g
- Saturated fat: 16.1 g
- Monounsaturated fat: 23.9 g
- Polyunsaturated fat: 24.4 g
- Total carbohydrate: 11.7 g
- Glycaemic carbohydrate: 4.2 g
- Total sugars: 2.3 g
- Dietary fibre: 7.5 g
- Sodium: 3 mg
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Refrigerate product if storing for more than one month!
