Nuts, Cashews

Cashews are the seeds of a tree that is native to Africa and South America, although most cashews are imported from India.

You will notice that cashews are always sold shelled. This is because their shells contain a caustic oil.

Cashews are an excellent source of magnesium, as well as a good source of protein, iron and zinc.

Estimated Glycemic Load=0
Antioxidant Score (
ORAC)=1,948

The Benefits

  • Special diets: Gluten-Free Diet, Gluten-Free/Dairy-Free Diet, Grain-Free Diet, High Protein Diet, Low Acid Diet, Low FODMAP Diet, Low Starch Diet, Paleo Diet (Light), Paleo Diet (Strict), Pescetarian Diet, Primal Diet, Vegetarian Diet, Whole Food
  • Excellent Source of: Magnesium, Copper, Manganese
  • Good Source of: Iron, Protein, Zinc, VitaminK, Phosphorous
  • Preferences: No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Molds, No Citrus, No Pseudograins, No Coconut, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains, Low Carbohydrate, Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, Low Sugars

Selecting and Storing

Store cashews in a cool, dry place.

Nutrition Information