Macadamia nuts – Healthify!
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Macadamia nut is a tree nut that has high nutritious content. It is also called as Queensland nut, bush nut, maroochi nut, Hawaii nut and bauple nut.
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Important Details
- Macadamia nuts are native to Australia.
- They taste somewhat like butter and have a texture that is creamy.
- Macadamia nuts can run you a pretty penny per ounce.
- They have a high value in terms of commerce in the market.
- It contains essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, B vitamins, iron, folate and manganese.
- It is rich in oleic acid and omega-9 monounsaturated fatty acid, protein, healthy fats and antioxidants.
- Improved digestion, heart health, weight management and blood sugar control are some of the health benefits of Macadamia nuts.
- Since the nuts are low in carbs and sugar and have moderate fibre content they are suggested for people with diabetes.
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In this video posted to YouTube, user “Noal Farm” explains how macadamia nuts are harvested.
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