Are Cashews Good For You?

Are cashews good for you? Cashews are linked to weight loss, improved blood sugar control and improving heart health. The nutrients of cashews are the following:

• Calories- 157
• Protein- 5 grams
• Fat- 12 grams
• Carbs- 9 grams
• Fiber- 1 gram
• Copper- 69% of the Daily Value
• Magnesium- 20% of the Daily Value
• Manganese- 20% of the Daily Value
• Zinc- 15% of the Daily Value
• Phosphorus- 13% of the Daily Value
• Iron- 11% of the Daily Value
• Selenium- 10% of the Daily Value
• Thiamine- 10% of the Daily Value
• Vitamin K- 8% of the Daily Value
• Vitamin B6-7% of the Daily Value

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Cashews have a good amount of unsaturated fats which is healthy fats that your body needs. It is linked to a lower risk of premature death and heart disease. One of the reasons why cashews are a good weight loss food is because they are low in calories and high in fiber and protein. And the protein and fiber in cashews helps to keep you full and suppress your appetite.

Research studies have shown that eating cashews have been linked to lower risk of stroke and heart disease. A study found that people with Type 2 diabetes who consumed 10% of their daily calories from cashews had lower LDL bad cholesterol and higher HDL good cholesterol levels than those who ate no cashews at all.

Another study showed that people with Type 2 diabetes who ate 10% of their calories from cashews had overall lower insulin levels than those who ate no cashews at all. Cashews have a reliable source of fiber which is helpful to people who have Type 2 diabetes. This nutrient prevents blood sugar spikes which is believed to provide protection for people that have Type 2 diabetes.

The Bottom Line is cashews are linked to weight loss, improved blood sugar and positive heart health. Cashews is a great healthy snack to eat between meals and it provides a tremendous amount of health benefits.

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