Cashews - Good For Muscles And Bones
Author: Marko Balašević
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August 08, 2022
Nuts are high in useful fatty acids and minerals such as copper, magnesium, phosphorus and iron ...
Cashews are high in beneficial fatty acids and minerals such as copper, magnesium, phosphorus and iron. In combination with calcium, magnesium works to maintain a healthy muscular and skeletal system, and iron is an important element of hemoglobin, which is part of erythrocytes.
Monounsaturated fats help reduce high levels of triglycerides, which are associated with an increased risk of heart disease.
The nut has a low glycemic index (22 +/- 5) and a low glycemic load factor (2.86 per 50 g), which makes it a recommended element of the diet of people with diabetes.
Rich in antioxidants, cashews also help eliminate free radicals, which are responsible for the rapid aging of the body and the development of cancer.
Consumption of cashews helps to normalize sleep in menopausal women. It also stimulates the production of the pigment melamine in the skin and hair.
Nuts have a high energy density and a large amount of dietary fiber. Because they are high in calories - 100 g of cashews contain 578 calories - nuts should be consumed in moderation, especially by people with weight problems.