Cashew

Natural cashew is an excellent health ally because it contains antioxidants and 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.

This dried fruit can be included in snacks and salads, it can also be consumed in the form of butter or as an ingredient in other preparations.

Benefits:

- Prevents premature aging, as it is rich in antioxidants such as polyphenols, carotenoids and vitamin E;

- Prevents heart disease, since it contains mono and poly unsaturated fats, fibers and antioxidants that favor the increase of "good" cholesterol, the HDL, and help to reduce the "bad" cholesterol, LDL;

- Regulates blood glucose, as it is rich in fibers that delay the absorption of sugars, preventing spikes in blood glucose, as well as helping to reduce insulin secretion, making it an excellent option for people with diabetes or insulin resistance;

- Improves memory as it contains selenium, a micronutrient that acts as an antioxidant. In addition, it also contains vitamin E, which prevents diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's;

- Reduces blood pressure, body aches, headaches, migraines and muscle fatigue, as it is rich in magnesium and has anti-inflammatory properties;

- Strengthens the immune system, as it contains zinc, vitamin E and A;

- Prevents osteoporosis, as it contains calcium and phosphorus, these minerals being important to maintain or increase bone density;

- Prevents and treats anemia, as it is rich in iron and folic acid;

- It maintains the health of the skin, hair and nails, as it contains copper, selenium, zinc and vitamin E, nutrients that are essential to protect the skin, promote the growth and hardening of the nails and improve blood circulation in the scalp.