It is known that nuts contain a different composition of vitamins.

Of course, they include both the main types of useful substances, and the individual, characteristic only for this type of nut, the number of elements that have a certain effect on human health.

Produced on large evergreen trees in Brazil, cashews are classified as a seed rather than a nut. Culinarily, they are delicious, sweet and creamy nuts that are often used to make nutty ice cream, cheesecake and other vegan desserts. They contain about 10% starch, which is rare in most nuts and seeds. This allows them to be used as a thickener.

Cashew nuts can be purchased raw, but they are less common for raw consumption. Most cashew nuts sold in stores have been heat-treated because the shells contain allergenic phenolic resin and other toxic substances that are more easily removed after the peeled kernels are roasted in oil or heat-treated.

The nutty protein of cashew kernels is high in antioxidants, omega fatty acids, has anti-inflammatory properties, protects against stroke and cardiovascular disease, benefits blood composition, and protects against bad LDL (low-density lipoprotein).

Raw cashews in a glass jar
Nutritional value: a 28 gram serving of cashews contains 5.1 grams of protein and 12.3 fat. They are high in omega-6 fatty acids with a small amount of omega-3. There are 155 calories in a serving of cashews.

Native to Mediterranean climatic regions, it is a "domesticated" species originating from an inedible wild variety containing a form of cyanide. It is a common nut grown on plantations in California, as well as in many other parts of the world in temperate and hot dry climates.

Nuts and seeds are a high energy source of energy packed with concentrated protein, fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, fiber and other nutrients unique to specific varieties.

They can be a great addition to a vegan, raw vegan, vegetarian, or ketogenic diet.