A Happy You is a Healthy You- Yes You Can Eat Cashews!

Cashews have been mostly in the bad books of doctors and dietitians. Not necessarily can it be bad for everyone, especially when consumed in the right amount. Cashews are a source of good fats and a healthy mid-noon snack.

How good are cashews?

Rich in heart-healthy fatty acids

Cashews contain heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, including oleic and palmitoleic acids.

Provides protein

About 16 to 18 cashew nuts contain 160 calories, 5 grams of protein, and 13 grams of fat.

Boosts your immune system

A great source of copper and zinc helps develop a stronger immune system.

Lowers risk of gallstones

Gallstones are made up of hardened cholesterol or a compound called bilirubin, and they can be extremely painful.

Contains no cholesterol 

The right amount of cashews will keep your heart healthy and promotes blood circulation.

A dose of antioxidants

Some of the antioxidants in cashews include vitamins E and K.

Rich source of tryptophan

Tryptophan, an essential amino acid that produces serotonin which is responsible for uplifting your mood.

Know the safe zone!

The safe limit is to consume 4 to 5 cashews per individual in a day with a handful of other nuts like almonds, walnuts, raisins, pistachios, and others. Also with this, make sure to be physically active. Prefer raw unprocessed ones, rather than salted or roasted ones.

Toxicity alert

Cashews, if not consumed in moderation can also cause allergies or possible drug interactions and side effects like fat deposition or cholesterol in the body.