Nutrition and Medicinal Value

Nature’s Vitamin Pill:

Cashew kernel is a nutritious and tasty edible tree nut. Cashew Kernels of 100 gms. Contribute about 600 calories. It is having a balanced nutritive profile. The nutritive values present in Cashew Kernels are Protein, fats, Carbohydrates & Vitamins. It is a source of minerals like Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorous, Potassium, Sodium, Iron and other minerals, which helps prevent anemic and nervous ailments. So, with the right knowledge it is easy to figure out that the Cashew Kernel does wonders to the human constitution.

Cholesterol free : Some facts about fat:

Cashews are rich in Fat. In fact, it constitutes about 47% of total weight of the nut. This could be good news for people who feel weak or debilitated, but what does it mean to people who are conscious of their weight and fat intake? Cashews have what is called as the “good” fat. We do admit Cashews will add to your weight but moderate consumption will be beneficial. Cashew has the right combination of Fat, which could put your fears to rest. It may be seen that the ratio of Saturated: Mono saturated: Polyunsaturated is 1:2:1. This is Ideal for human consumption. The relative abundance of monounsaturated fatty acids in Cashew nut is an advantage.

The fatty acid profile of fatty acid is cashew is conductive to the promotion of good health and that the relative abundance of fat in Cashew nut in no way poses a nutritional risk.

Cashew kernels have found applications in food since ages. Currently, the usage has expanded considerably and cashew has found its presence invaluable in any combination of food. It is already popular with the manufacturing industry in biscuits and chocolates and ice-cream. A wide application in Indian, Eastern or Western Cuisine make cashew in food highly pleasurable. Rajkumar provides choice from a variety of broken grades, which will meet specific requirements in the kitchen.

Cashews are one of the most delicious tree nuts. It can add taste to virtually anything i.e., ice creams, sweets, chocolates, dishes. People enjoy the most when they eat plain or roasted Cashew. In recent years, the cultivation of tree-nuts and the processing of products deriving from them have increased continually. People consume these tasty energy-concentrates both before, during and after aperitives and digestives and as side dishes, appetizers, or snacks before and after meals, and parties with relatives or friends.

The advantage of Cashew Kernel is that it has a rich, delightful taste and is meaty and acceptable as it is.

Nutrient Values for 100g of Cashew nuts

Water 2.4%
Protein 20.5%
Fat 50.9%
Carbohydrate 18.7%
Energy 611 kcals

Fatty Acid for 100g of Cashew nuts

Saturated Fatty Acids   10.1
Monosaturated Fatty Acids  29.4
Polyunsaturated Acids  9.1

Inorganic Composition for 100g of Cashew nuts

Sodium 290mg
Potassium 730mg
Calcium 35mg
Magnesium 250mg
Phosphorous 510mg
Iron 6.2mg
Copper 2.04mg
Zinc 5.7mg
Chloride 490mg
Manganese 1.8mg
Selenium (Micrograms) 34

Vitamin Contents

Retinol 6.0 (I.U)
Carotene 6.0
Vit. E 1.30
Thiamine 0.41
Riboflavine 0.16
Niacin 1.30
Trypt. / 60  5.20
Folate 68.0
Pantithenate 1.08
Biotin 13.0

Essential Amino Acid Content

Arginine 650
Histidine 130
Lysine 290
Tryptophan 110
Phenylalanine 270
Menthionine 90
Threonine 200
Leucine 510