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Why Brazil Nuts?

Tuesday 30 October, 2007 Written by Jeremy Bloom

All-Natural Cancer Protection

These days there’s a lot of talk about selenium and its potential as a possible factor in protecting against cancer.

Although one could use supplements, many health experts are warning us that natural sources of vitamins and minerals may be healthier than artificial ones.

Fortunately, there’s a quick and easy way to get your daily dose of selenium: Brazil nuts! They’re the richest natural source of Selenium - just three Brazil nuts give you more than your daily requirement.

Because of their rich oil content Brazil nuts are fantastic in dessert recipes, and can substitute for macadamias and even coconut!

They also make fantastic nut milks, and some of the most successful raw food cafes (such as Café Gratitude in San Francisco) use them in their daily nut milk production. They’re also great crushed in salads, or combined with a few dried olives or sweet goji berries.

If you’re concerned about the fat content in Brazil nuts, you can try Brazil nut protein powder which makes a great low-fat, high-protein addition to all kinds of recipes. It’s also a great thickener for gravies.

• Brazil nuts are 14% protein, 11% carbohydrates, and 67% fat.
• The fat breakdown is 25% saturated, 41% heart-healthy monounsaturated, and 34% polyunsaturated.
• They provide all of the essential amino acids – including vital performance boosters like methionine, arginine, and glutamine.
• They're a good source of minerals, including zinc, magnesium, thiamine, phosphorous, copper, and iron.
• They're the highest food source of the anti-cancer mineral selenium!

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