Organic cashew nuts are not only a delicious snack, they are also remarkably well supplied with minerals. With their creamy texture and slightly sweet taste, these small nuts have become a staple of healthy kitchens and indulgent breaks alike. Whether you are a fan of on-the-go snacks or a keen cook, our organic shelled cashews are for you. Here are five reasons to make room for them — each with the figure that backs it up.
A natural fuel for lasting energy
Do you often hit a wall in the middle of the day? Organic cashews are your ally for steady, lasting energy. Rich in protein, healthy fats and complex carbohydrates, they provide a natural fuel that avoids the spikes and crashes that come with sugary or industrial snacks.
The secret? Their magnesium: 251 mg per 100 g, or 67 % of the nutrient reference value. Magnesium contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. A handful of cashews at four in the afternoon, and you are ready for the rest of the day — at the office, on a hike, or at the gym.
Practical tip: make your own mix with organic cashews, almonds and dried fruit such as our organic dried mango for a portable snack full of flavour.
An ally for your heart
Looking after your heart matters, and organic cashews can play their part in a very agreeable way. These nuts are rich in unsaturated fatty acids, often compared to those in olive oil. Replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats in the diet contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels.
They also provide 638 mg of potassium per 100 g, about a third of the reference value. Potassium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
A tasty idea: add a handful of organic shelled cashews to your salads or roasted vegetables for a dish that gives up nothing on flavour.
Skin and hair, nourished from within
Who does not want a bright complexion and healthy skin? Here the cashew has an asset few foods share: 2.2 mg of copper per 100 g, more than twice a whole day’s reference value. Copper contributes to maintenance of normal connective tissues and contributes to normal skin and hair pigmentation.
They also bring 5.1 mg of zinc: zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin, normal hair and normal nails, and contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
An honest clarification: you will often read that cashews are rich in vitamin E. They are not — they contain roughly 0.9 mg per 100 g, far too little to count. Their beauty argument is copper and zinc.
Beauty tip: for a nourishing home-made mask, blend organic cashews with a spoonful of honey and leave on the face for 15 minutes.
Support for the nervous system
In a world where mental overload is the norm, organic cashews offer a welcome hand. Their magnesium plays a double role here: magnesium contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system and contributes to normal psychological function.
Swapping crisps or sweets for a handful of cashews gives your body a far better-composed snack.
An idea for winding down: keep a bag of organic cashews on your desk for a break that actually lasts until the next meal.
Comfortable digestion
Organic cashews are more than delicious. They are a source of fibre, and fibre contributes to a feeling of fullness — which makes them an ideal snack between meals.
They also provide 6 mg of iron per 100 g, 43 % of the reference value: iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue and contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
Cooking tip: scatter organic cashews over smoothies, yoghurt or porridge bowls for a breakfast that holds.
Where these figures come from
The values quoted in this article come from published reference data for raw cashew nuts. They describe the species and give a reliable order of magnitude; a particular batch may vary slightly. The wordings in bold are those authorised by Regulation (EU) No 432/2012, and the thresholds applied are those of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Why choose our organic shelled cashews?
Our organic shelled cashews are grown without pesticides or chemical fertilisers, with respect for the environment and for the growers. Ready to use, they are perfect eaten as they are or used to lift your recipes, from savoury dishes to desserts. They slip easily into a bag for a break at any point in the day.
Choosing our organic cashews is a choice that is good for you, for the planet, and for the farming communities who grow them.
In short
Organic cashews are far more than a snack: rich in copper, magnesium, zinc, iron and potassium, they tick a number of boxes that few foods tick together. Their versatility and their distinctive taste make them a staple for anyone who wants pleasure and good composition at once.
Ready to try? Discover our organic shelled cashew nuts. And to put them to work: cashew chicken with ginger and sesame.
