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Various types of edible nuts are legumes like peanuts, seeds like sunflower seeds and pine nuts and drupes like almonds and cashews. some of the most commonly used culinary nuts are acorns, almonds, bread nuts, Brazil nuts, candle nuts, chestnuts, coconuts, cashews kola nuts, peanuts, pine nuts pecans and walnuts,

cashews nuts: cashews have no cholesterol and it is a good diet for body- building. It is an energizing food which helps maintain healthy gums and teeth, Cashew nuts have a high energy density and high amount of dietary fiber, both have been attributed to a beneficial effect on weight management, but only when eaten in moderation. For menopausal women consumption of restricted amount of cashew nuts promotes good naturl sleep at night.





 Peanuts : Peanuts beat most foods in general when it comes to protein content. In fact, they have such a high protein content and they are widely used as an alternative to meat in many vegetarian recipes. Peanuts have 6.4% dietary fibre content so they are very good for you digestion and your bowels. Many people are surprised to hear that peanuts have a very low salt content. Protein is vital for the growth, maintenance and repair of your body's tissues, and is one of the essential nuts of all life.

Walnuts : One f the best nuts, walnuts may actually increase our brain function. Studies show that consumption of walnuts is related to heart-health. Walnuts are packed with protein, fibre, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals which are essential for good health.

Chestnuts : Nutritionally, chestnuts are similar to other starchy foods such as sweet potato, sweet corn, potatoes etc. consisting of mainly starch. they also contain high quality protein. Chestnuts, unlike other nuts and seeds, are relatively low in calories, contain less fat but are rich in minerals, vitamins that benefit health. It stands out from other nuts and seeds because of their nutrition contents. They are exceptionally rich in vitamin C.





 

Almonds : A small handful of almonds give you almost 25% of your daily needs of magnesium, and calcium. Theyare also high in many antioxidants, such as Vitamin E. Studies show that almonds may play an important role in preventing colon cancer due to their high fibre content. It also helps us to lower negative forms of cholesterol in the blood stream. Almonds are a good source of protiens as they are good for hair and skin. As a great source of folic acid,