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These are the nuts worth going nuts for. Whether it is taking care of your heart or keeping you upbeat all the day, MACADAMIA NUTS can do it all.
MACADAMIA NUTS are the fruits of the macadamia tree, which is native to Australia. #KOTWave #KOTLoyals #KOTLoyalsNiSisi #KOT5Aside

Also called Queensland nuts, bush nuts, maroochi nuts, Hawaii nuts, and bauple nuts – macadamia nuts are commercially very important.

Being from the Proteaceae family of plants, the trees can reach as much as 40 feet in height.

The leaves are elliptical and usually arranged in whorls of three to six. The flowers are slender and about 10 inches long. Macadamia nuts are extremely hard and woody. They have a pointed apex and contain one or two seeds.

And yes, the nuts do have a piece of history.

What Makes Macadamia Nuts Healthy?
These nuts contain some of the most important essential vitamins and minerals – some of which include vitamin A, B vitamins, iron, folate, manganese, protein, healthy fats, and the all-powerful antioxidants.

They are also rich in oleic acid and omega-9 monounsaturated fatty acid, which is the very same fatty acid found in olive oil.

Not just these. There are numerous other nutrients these nuts contain.

Macadamia Nuts Nutrition Facts
Macadamias are a rich source of Vitamin A, iron, protein, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and folates. They also contain moderate amounts of zinc, copper, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium.

Macadamia contains antioxidants like polyphenols, Amino acids, flavones, and selenium. It is also a good source of carbohydrates like sucrose, fructose, glucose, maltose, and some starch-based carbohydrates.

Being rich in fiber and other minerals like magnesium and potassium – these nuts improve heart health. They help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. The fiber in these nuts also aids in diabetes treatment. And the antioxidants rejuvenate your skin and hair.

1. Promote Heart Health
Studies have shown that people consuming a diet high in macadamia nuts have the same amounts of cholesterol as those on a low-fat diet . Macadamia nuts are also rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, which can make platelets less sticky

and less likely to form clots in blood vessels. This prevents heart attack or stroke.

Another report by the American Heart Association states that men whose diets included a large quantity of nuts had a decreased risk of death by heart disease.

This is because the monounsaturated fats in nuts can improve lipid blood profiles.
The nuts are also believed to lower blood pressure – thereby contributing to heart health. Certain sources attribute this quality of macadamia nuts to their potassium content.

2. Improve Blood Sugar Levels
Nuts, in general, are known to relieve the impact of certain health issues that come along with diabetes.the nuts can improve glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes .

Macadamia nuts have a unique profile of macro and micronutrients and other bioactive compounds that help improve blood sugar levels and counter the ill effects of diabetes. Another report suggests that though macadamia nuts have fats, they are okay to be consumed during diabetes

As these nuts contain monounsaturated fatty acids, they help lower bad cholesterol .
3. Aid Weight Loss
There is no reason you will not lose weight if you follow the right diet and move your body enough. Talking about the right diet in your diet is one way of doing it.

Macadamia nuts are low in carbohydrates (1 ounce of the nuts offers 4 grams of carbs), but they are slightly higher in calories (1 ounce of the nuts contains about 205 calories). having about 2 ounces of the nuts can inch you a little further towards your weight loss goals.

Another reason is the fiber content . The nuts are good sources of fiber, and having a few every morning with breakfast can keep your hunger pangs at bay.

Just a quick tip – in case you want to gain weight healthily, macadamia nuts are the best.

Since they have the most calories in an ounce, they can contribute to a healthy weight gain .
Studies have also shown that macadamia nuts can help prevent abdominal obesity, which is one of the four factors leading to metabolic syndrome.

4. Improve Bone Health
Macadamia nuts are good sources of calcium, magnesium, and potassium – the three minerals that help prevent bone demineralization. And they are low in sodium too, which only makes things better.

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Macadamia nuts are a type of tree nut, like almonds, Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, pecans and walnuts. These nuts are grown and consumed all over the world, and you might find them produced practically anywhere — from Hawaii to Bolivia.

They can be used to create oils that serve as an ingredient in beauty products, toiletries and a range of food products, such as cooking oils and salad dressings.

Macadamia nuts are often consumed on their own as a snack and can be eaten raw, roasted or salted. They have a higher fat content than many other nuts, so they're frequently used to make nut butters. Macadamia nuts are also integrated into desserts and sweets, like cookies,

brownies and ice cream, and may also be used in salads and curries or to crust meats and fish.

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