Brazil Nuts

From $13.00 – $48.00

As a matter of botanical correctness, Brazil nuts aren’t actually a nut, but rather a seed from the fruit of a Brazil nut tree.

These triangular shaped nuts are grown inside of a woody shell that somewhat resembles a coconut shell.

There’s a hint of coconut flavour mingled in with the sweet, creamy, buttery flavour that contributes to their popularity.

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Nutrition

Nuts are very nutritious, providing protein and many essential vitamins, such as A and E, minerals, such as phosphorous and potassium, and fibre.

Nuts are also high in carbohydrate and monounsaturated oils, so should be as part of your dailydiet whereas pulses all belong to the legume group of plants, nuts come from a variety of different plant groups, so the nutritional content is more varied too.

A brief description of individual varieties is given.

Storage

Nuts should be stored in cool, dry conditions in airtight containers away from the light.

Because of their high levels monounsaturated oils, RAW Nutsbenefit from storage in the fridge or freezer to greatly increase their shelf life.

As a general rule nuts should not be kept for longer than a year.

Health Facts

1. Brazil nuts have about 2,500 times as much selenium as any other nut. Selenium is a powerful antioxidant which has been proven to protect against heart disease and cancers like prostate cancer.

2. Brazil nuts high selenium content also discourages the ageing process and stimulates the immune system. In a study of patients with early Alzheimer's disease, antioxidants – including selenium – boosted mood and mental performance. Like all nuts, brazil nuts are an excellent source of protein and fiber.

3. Brazil nuts are high in minerals including zinc and magnesium, and contain useful amounts of phosphorous, copper and iron.Another naturally healthy nut, Brazil Nuts are high in protein, calcium, iron, zinc, and are one of the best natural dietary sources of selenium.