Brazil nuts also called the Amazon chestnut is an energetic and nutritious food very rich in essential fatty acids (65-70%) and vegetable proteins (14-17%). It also has an important content in minerals, vitamins, flavonoids and fiber.
Benefits
- Antioxidant properties that improves the immune system.
- Controls hypertension.
- Benefits Blood sugar control.
- Helps in protein synthesis.
- Lower cholesterol.
- Reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
- Regulates hormone levels.
- Protects and maintains skin health.
Suggested Uses
They are generally consumed as raw or roasted. Due to their excellent and wonderful flavor, they are used as an ingredient in sweet preparations or simply eaten individually accompanied by other drinks and foods.
*Be sure not to eat more than 2 or 4 per day to avoid selenium excess.
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