Cashew Scientific Name
Anacardium occidentale
Cashew Other Names
English: Cashew
Hindi: Kaju
What is Cashew?
Cashew, a dry fruit that is already very common in America, is high in nutritional value and vitamins. On the outside, cashews are uniformly white and are bean-shaped. On the inside, cashews are rich in vitamin K, E and B6. They also have a healthy amount of magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc. Cashews are known for their ability to maintain bone health, maintain heart health, and lower cholesterol levels. A handful of cashews a day may help to lower your weight and applying oil to the skin is great for healing wounds.
Common forms of Cashew
Nuts, Powder, Oil
Cashew is commonly used for:
- Increasing immunity
- Treating gallstones
- Treating anemia
- Improving oral and bone health
- Creating more red blood cells
- Improving nerve and muscle health
- Maintaining heart health
Cashew Dosage
Nut: 4-5 nuts daily or as prescribed.
Powder: ½-1 teaspoon or as prescribed.
Oil: 2-5 drops on the skin as prescribed.
Cashew Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: You may develop an allergy to cashews. Excessive consumption of cashews may lead to kidney stones.
Not so common side-effects: Contact dermatitis, gastrointestinal discomfort, breathing difficulties.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Safe to consume in small amounts.
Children: If no allergy is present, it is safe for children to consume.
Warning:
Cashew nuts may cause allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to almonds, peanuts, hazelnuts, pistachio or other types of nuts.