How is Brazil nut useful?

Bertoletija is a monotypical genus of plants that are distributed mainly in South America. The only type of this genus is the high bouthothle, which is known to the whole world under the name "Brazil nut". The fruits of this plant are quite large in size as a nut. Although to call this product a nut is not entirely correct, because in botany it is called grain. But today's conversation is not about the amazing appearance of the fetus, but about its limitless storehouse of nutrients and vitamins.

Calorie and chemical composition

With its rich chemical composition, this product is superior to almost all other existing species. He is rich:

• vitamins C, E almost the entire group;
• flavonoids;
• fiber;
• polyunsaturated fatty acids;
• selenium;
• copper;
• phosphorus;
• potassium;
• zinc;
• magnesium;
• iron;
• manganese;
• sodium;
• calcium;
• sulfur;
• chlorine;
• biotin.

Per 100 g of raw raw product accounts for:

• 4.3 g of water;
• 13.6 g of proteins;
• 66.8 grams of fat;
• 3.6 g of carbohydrates;
• 8.1 g fiber;
• 3.5 g of ash.

The calorie content of the brazil nut is 660 kcal per 100 g of product.

Body benefits

This product, like other nuts, has a lot of protein, fiber and fat, and does not contain bad cholesterol. The product is often used in small quantities in order to reduce weight or build muscle. Also, sometimes people who are committed to a healthy diet replace fatty meats with grains so that the body gets the right amount of correct fats and does not accumulate cholesterol.

The Brazil nut contains methionine, which contributes to the breakdown of fats and the generation of vital energy from them, the elimination of free radicals and the preservation of youth.

The most surprising is the amount of selenium, which is contained in bertoletii - if you eat one grain, you can provide yourself with the daily rate of selenium.

Thanks to selenium, the body is protected from cancer, it prevents the development of tumors. And due to the high content of minerals and vitamins, the grain helps protect the heart muscle, reduces pressure, has a beneficial effect on thyroid hormones, and stabilizes blood clotting rates. Consider the usefulness of Brazil nuts for men and women. It stabilizes the nervous system, boosts immunity and normalizes the production of hormones that are responsible for reproductive function, and also removes from a depressive state. This product useful for both men and women.

Possible harm

Brazil nuts, despite the undeniable benefits, can also cause harm to the body.

The main prohibition for the use of this product is the individual intolerance to the human body. If you have an allergy, then you should not eat Brazil nuts.

A negative effect on the body can manifest itself only in the case of a large number of eaten grains. But how many Brazil nuts can be eaten per day, so as not to expose the body to harmful effects, and what will happen if the daily norm is exceeded - we will now consider.

This product contains barium and radium in small quantities, but they are radioactive substances. It is impossible to ignore this fact, because over time these substances accumulate in the body and lead to serious consequences. If you do not exceed the daily rate and use 2-3 pieces, then you can be sure that they will not bring any harm to the body. You also need to know that the shell of this product contains aflatoxins, which can provoke the development of liver cancer. For this reason, a strict restriction has been introduced in the European Union, which prohibits the importation of this product in a shell.

1 grain per day contains the required amount of selenium for the human body, but when using a large amount of this product, starting from 100 g, occurs a surplus of selenium, which can cause:

• liver damage, which manifests itself in the form of toxic hepatosis;
• hair loss;
• peeling of the skin and exfoliation of the nails.

How to choose when buying

When buying a Brazil nut, it is necessary to take into account the fact that this product is not stored for long. The fact is that polyunsaturated oils, which contain grain, very quickly become rancid if they are in the sunlight and warm. Therefore, it is better to choose grains that are stored in a refrigerator in bags that do not let in sunlight. Under such conditions, the grain is stored no more than 3 months. If you decide to purchase a Brazil nut for the first time and you do not know how to choose it in appearance, carefully consider the photo on the Internet and compare the quality grain in the photo and what you plan to buy.

If you buy grain by weight, then you need to pay attention to the flavor - the quality of the product it will be pleasant, without rancidity. Walnut to the touch should be slightly damp. If you shake a handful of good grains in your hands, they will make a rattling sound. And if you try to break a brazil nut in half, you will hear a ringing crunch.

In what form to use

It is recommended to use grains in fresh, as in such a state they are maximally saturated with useful substances. Brazil nuts are often used in cooking to prepare snacks, sauces, soups, sweet desserts, a variety of pastries, and also as an additive for second courses. Also very valuable product is peanut butter, which is obtained from the Brazil nut.

Home Storage

Store brazil nuts at home necessary in the fridgeto extend their shelf life.

For a short time, up to 1 month, you can store Brazil nuts in a glass or porcelain dish, which is tightly closed with a lid, in a dark place.

You can also store the product in the freezer, in this case, the shelf life will be more than six months.

So, Brazil nut is an amazing product that is able to provide your body with a large amount of essential vitamins and trace elements. But it is important to follow the recommendations on the use and selection of its grains in order to obtain a high-quality and most useful product.