Rich in unsaturated fats, proteins, fibers, antioxidants, vitamins E, B complex, zinc, potassium, manganese, iron, copper and selenium, this oilseed can help in the reduction of cardiovascular diseases, in the level of blood cholesterol and even preventing in some cancer types disease.
SEE MOREPeanuts are oleaginous fruit from the same family as chestnuts, walnuts and hazelnuts, rich in good fats as omega-3 which helps to reduce inflammations and protect the cardiac system. This fruit is widely used in various dishes such as desserts, snacks, cereal bars, cakes and chocolates, easy to be find in deli or in big markets.
SEE MOREThe cashew nut is the fruit of the cashew tree and is an excellent ally of health because it is rich in fats good for the heart and minerals such as magnesium, iron and zinc, which prevent anemia and improve the health of the skin, nails and hair. In addition to preventing heart problems, the chestnut also helps in the prevention of cancer and premature aging due to its antioxidant power. It should be consumed in small quantities, from 5 to 20 units per day, and can be used in snacks, salads or as an ingredient in other preparations, such as cakes and biscuits.
SEE MOREThe nuts from para, also known in other countries as brazil nuts, are the seeds of the cape of para (bertholettia excelsa, family lecythidaceae), a typical tree of the amazon rainforest, which can reach up to 60 meters in height. Brazil nuts serve as food, "medicine" and raw material for industry. Seeds can be eaten fresh, toasted or used as an ingredient in sweet and savoury dishes. Very nutritious, the brazil nut of pará provides several benefits for human health, acting in the prevention and treatment of some diseases.
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