Description
Brazil nut, Bertholletia excelsa, is a tropical evergreen in the family Lecythidaceae grown for its edible seeds (nuts). The fruit has a thick hard shell and contains 18 to 24 angular seeds (nuts). The large edible kernel is protected by a thin, woody shell which has a wrinkled appearance.
- 80 / 110 per lb. LARGEGIANTS
- 110 / 130 per lb. Medium
- 140 / 160 per lb. Small
- 160 / 180 per lb. Midgets
- 180 220 per lb. Midgets
- Pieces
NUTRIENTS IN 100 g OF DRIED UNBLANCHED BRAZIL NUTS
| Energy 659 kca 659 kcal |
| Proteins 14.32 g 14.32 g |
| Saturated fat 16.134 g 16.134 g |
| Monounsaturated fat 23.879 g 23.879 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat 24.399 g 24.399 g |
| Carbohydrate 11.74 g 11.74 g |
| Fiber 7.5 g 7.5 g |
| Calcium 160 mg 160 mg |
| Selenium 1,917 µg 1,917 µg |
| Phosphorus 725 mg 725 mg |
| Magnesium 376 mg 376 mg |
| Zinc 4.06 mg 4.06 mg |
| Potassium 659 mg 659 mg |
| Vitamin E 5.65 mg 5.65 mg |
| Thiamin 0.617 mg 0.617 mg |
7-Health Benefits
- Packed with nutrients Rich in selenium Supports thyroid function
- May help those with thyroid disorders
- May reduce inflammation
- Good for your heart
- May be good for your brain
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