Native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Bolivia, and Peru these nuts are energy dense, highly nutritious, and one of the most concentrated dietary sources of the mineral selenium. They have a smooth, buttery texture and delicious nutty flavor.
Properties
- Brazil nuts contains ellagic acid has high anti-inflammatory properties in the body and can even be neuro protective. In addition, it also contains selenium takes part in antioxidant activity that defends against both free radical damage and inflammation
- Brazil nuts are also on the list of cancer-fighting foods, again due to their high ellagic acid and selenium levels. Ellagic acid is also anti-mutagenic and anti-cancer. Meanwhile, selenium, an essential biological trace element, has been shown to reduce and prevent the incidence of cancer.
- Selenium has been scientifically proven to lift mood and prevent depression
- Heart Health Booster - The unsaturated fats, soluble fiber, antioxidants and phytonutrients present in nuts are all helpful for maintaining a healthy blood pressure. The unsaturated fats in Brazil nuts can increase your HDL cholesterol levels (good cholesterol)
- Selenium is a key component of the molecules that are necessary for your body to be able to create and use thyroid hormones