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| Health Benefits of Brazil Nuts |
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Brazil nuts contain many helpful nutrients including protein, fiber, selenium, magnesium, phosphorous, vitamin E and thiamine. The
Brazil nut contains about 14% protein,
11% carbohydrates, and 67% fat. |
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Brazil nuts have “complete” protein which means that the Brazil nut has all of the necessary amino acids to help foster optimal growth in humans. Organic Brazil nuts can be a good source of protein for people who are vegetarians. |
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Selenium, found in brazil nuts, is a powerful antioxidant linked
to lower rates of cancer and heart disease and also helps boost the immune system along with possibly discouraging the aging process. |
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Magnesium, also found in brazil nuts, aids the release of energy from foods to assist nerve and muscle function and keep bones healthy. Zinc helps strengthen the immunes system as well and Vitamin E can help prevent heart disease. |
Nutritional Facts:
Brazil nuts (unblanched), 6–8 kernels (1 oz. [28g])
Calories: 186
Protein: 4.0g
Carbohydrate: 3.6g
Total Fat: 18.8g
Fiber: 1.5g |
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Organic Brazil nuts are high in fat, like most nuts, but
it is unsaturated fat which has been
thought to help lower cholesterol. The fat breakdown is roughly 25% saturated, 41% monounsaturated, and 34% polyunsaturated. |
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