Nutritional Benefit of Brazil Nuts:

According to article by Ms.Elise Mandi (BSc.APD) on 7th April 2019, published on “Healthline”, Brazil Nuts,

1. Are packed with nutrients. Brazil nuts are energy dense and rich in healthy fats, selenium, magnesium, copper, phosphorus, manganese, thiamine, and vitamin E.

2. Vital for your immune system, thyroid gland, and cell growth. Brazil nuts are rich in selenium. One nut can contain 175% of the Recommended Daily Intake. Selenium is an essential trace element that is vital for your immune system, thyroid gland, and cell growth.

3. Supports thyroid function. Your thyroid gland produces hormones that are necessary for growth, metabolism, and body temperature regulation. One Brazil nut contains enough selenium to support the production of thyroid hormones and proteins that protect your thyroid.

4. May help those with thyroid disorders. Supplementing with selenium may benefit people with thyroid disorders such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Graves’ disease. Yet, further research is needed.

5. May reduce inflammation. Brazil nuts contain antioxidants like selenium, vitamin E, and phenols. Just one nut per day can lead to reduced inflammation. Nevertheless, your intake needs to be consistent to continue experiencing the benefit.

6. Good for your heart. Eating Brazil nuts may boost your heart health by reducing LDL (bad) cholesterol, increasing HDL (good) cholesterol, and improving blood vessel function.

7. May be good for your brain. Brazil nuts contain ellagic acid, which may have protective effects on your brain. Additionally, selenium may reduce your risk of some brain diseases and improve mental performance and mood. Yet, further research is needed.

8. Do not take too many Brazil nuts. Brazil nuts offer some impressive health benefits, but eating too many could be harmful. In fact, an intake of 5,000 mcg of selenium, which is the amount in approximately 50 average-sized Brazil nuts, can lead to toxicity. This dangerous condition is known as selenosis and can cause breathing problems, heart attack, and kidney failure.