Brazil Nuts

Amazon's dense forest holds some of the unique plant species like Brazil nuts, acai berry etc., that can be found nowhere else on the planet earth. Native Amazonians cherished these delicious nuts since ages, which provided them much-needed protein, fats, and other essential nutrients. 

Brazil nuts are high in calories, contain good quantities of vitamins, anti-oxidants and minerals. Its kernels, in-fact, have been staple energy sources of native Amazonians even today.
Brazil nuts are also a very good source of vitamin-E; contain about 7.87 mg per 100 g (about 52% of RDA). Vitamin-E is a powerful lipid soluble antioxidant. It is required for maintaining the integrity of cell membrane of mucusa and skin by protecting it from harmful oxygen-free radicals.
Brazil nuts hold exceptionally high levels of selenium. 100 g of Brazil nuts provide about 1917 µg or 3485% recommended daily intake of selenium, rating them as the highest natural source of this mineral. Selenium is an important cofactor for anti-oxidant enzyme, glutathione-peroxidase. Just 1-2 nuts a day provides enough of this trace element. Adequate selenium in the diet help prevent coronary artery disease, liver cirrhosis, and cancers.

These Brazil nuts are packed full of flavour and are super healthy. Pop them into your draw at work where they can be eaten as a snack during the day.   

• Crunchy texture
• Gluten free
• No salt or oil added