While cashew nut is known more for its taste, cashew also has health benefits. The constituents of cashew and a brief explanation about the impact on health are mentioned.

Oleic acid present in cashew nuts promotes good cardiovascular health, even in people with diabetes. Olive oil also contains oleic acid which is the reason why olive oil is also good for heart.

Copper is useful in the body for developing antioxidant defenses, energy production, helps impart flexibility to bones, blood vessels and joints. Cashews have 30% of the DRI (Daily Required Intake) for copper, the highest of all the tree nuts. When copper level is inadequate, it may result in increased susceptibility to infections, iron deficiency anemia, osteoporosis, joint problems, irregular heartbeat, ruptured blood vessels, etc.

Magnesium is vital for healthy bones, muscles and blood vessels. Thus lack of magnesium in our body can result in osteoporosis, high blood pressure, muscle spasms and cramps, migraine head aches and fatigue. Cashews have the second highest magnesium level among tree nuts.(19% DRI).

Vitamin K - Reduces chance of occurrence of osteoporosis

Vitamin E - Reduces chances of heart disease, diabetes and cancer and improves the immune system.