Organic raw cashews – Vietnam

Cashews originate from northeastern Brazil, while major production of cashews occurs in Vietnam, Nigeria, India, and Ivory Coast.

Nutritional Profile– Healthy Fats in Cashews are Not Fattening, they are the healthy type of fat- mono-unsaturated and polyunsaturated. Cashews are one of the lowest-fiber nuts, but they are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These include vitamins E, K, and B6, along with minerals like copper, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, iron, and selenium.Each ounce of raw cashews offers 0.463 milligrams of manganese, 1.87 milligrams of iron, 1.62 milligrams of zinc,615 micrograms of copper and contains 155 calories.

Health Benefits– Enough iron in your diet supports your immune system, and iron helps your white blood cells destroy infectious agents. In addition to this, the body needs iron for essential oxygen transport. Zinc activates hundreds of proteins within your body, including proteins needed for healthy cell growth and immune system. The copper in raw cashews helps your body process iron, aids in the production of energy and strengthens your blood vessels. Manganese supports your metabolism, it helps you process cholesterol, proteins, fats and it also make proteins needed for wound healing.

Usage– Soak raw cashews in water overnight and add them to soups as puree for creamier texture. They work well with cauliflower and onion soup, as well as carrot and ginger soup.  Add soaked cashews to your smoothies as an alternative to using high-fat diary products. Eat them as a snack, make home-made cashew milk and dips.