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BENEFITS AND USES
The main benefits of Brazil Nut (Amazonian Nut – Paranüsse) are many and different, however the most principals are the follows:
As an antioxidant
For its Selenium content- Brazil nuts have about 2.500 times as much Selenium as any other nut. SELENIUM HAS BEEN PROVEN TO PROTECT AGAINST CANCERS (LIKE PROSTATE CANCER), HEART DISEASES, LIVER CIRRHOSIS, STROKES. One or two Brazil Nut kernels provide enough selenium for the organism.
As an nutrient
For its content of protein, energy, fiber, carbohydrates, minerals such as Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosporus, Potassium, Sodium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium, vitamins such as Vitamin C, B6, B12, A, Riboflavin, Thiamin and Amino Acids. Until today, Amazonian people consume Brazil Nut Kernels as an energy source.
As an emollient
It is also considered as an emollient because Brazil nut oil is used for the treatment of the hair and the skin. It, also, maintains the integrity of mucosa and skin, defending it from damaging oxygen-free radicals.
Gluten Free
Brazil nuts kernels are free from gluten protein, therefore, they are one principal ingredient in gluten-free food for people that suffers wheat food allergy and celiac disease.
As a co-factor for enzymes
Due of its content of Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6 and folates, Brazil nuts kernels work as co-factors for enzymes during cellular substrate metabolism inside the body.
As a mineral Source
Brazil nut kernels have Copper (prevents anemia and (osteoporosis). Manganese (antioxidant enzyme).
As a Good cholesterol increaser
Brazil Nut kernel's fat levels help to lower Bad Cholesterol and increase good cholesterol in blood.
Amazonian nut (Paranüsse - Noci del Parà) nutritional information can be sumarised in the following table (per 100 g):
| PRINCIPLE |
Nutrient Value |
PRINCIPLE |
Nutrient Value |
PRINCIPLE |
Nutrient Value |
| Food Energy |
659 Kcal |
calcium |
160 mg |
Vitamin C |
0.7 mcg |
| Protein |
14.32 g |
Iron |
2.43 mg |
Thiamin |
0.617 mg |
| Lipid |
66,5 |
Magnesium |
376 mg |
Riboflavin |
0.035 mg |
| Saturated Fat |
17.5 g |
Phosphorus |
725 mg |
Niacin |
0.295 mg |
| Monounsatured Fat |
24.5 g |
Potassium |
597 mg |
Vitamin B6 |
0.25 |
| Polyunsatured Fat |
24.5 g |
Sodium |
2 mg |
Folate |
22 mcg |
| Cholesterol |
0 mg |
Zinc |
4.06 mg |
Vitamin B12 |
0 |
| Carbohydrate |
11.74 g |
Copper |
1.743 mg |
Vitamin A |
0 IU |
| Fibre |
7.5 g |
Manganese |
1.223 mg |
Vitamin E |
7.6 mg |
| Sugars |
2.33 g |
Selenium |
1917 mcg |
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Brazil Nut (Amazonian Nut – Paranüsse) can be used:
- In the chocolate and bakery industry to make delicious sweets, cakes and crackers.
- In Puddings, chocolate bar, chunchy bars, etc.
- As an additional ingredients in ice cream, nut mixes, desserts (fruitcakes)
- In the cosmetic industry in the composition of creams for face, body, foot and others.
- Brazil Nut Kernels can be eaten alone.
- Brazil nut oil can be used in salads.
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