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Cashew Calories
Source of magnesium and copper, healthy fats, protein
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GI
POTASSIUM
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Cashew Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
553
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
30.2g
· 21%
Protein
18.2g
· 12%
Fat
43.9g
· 67%
Fiber
3.3g
Cashew Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.42mg · 35% DV
Vitamin K
34.1µg · 28% DV
B6
0.42mg · 25% DV
Biotin
7µg · 23% DV
Minerals
Copper
2mg · 222% DV
Manganese
2mg · 87% DV
Phosphorus
593mg · 85% DV
Magnesium
292mg · 70% DV
Cashew Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Cashew Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Cashew Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Cashew Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cashew Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
23.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
7.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 130:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (130:1).
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Cashew — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories and how much protein are in cashews?
Cashews provide 553 calories and 18.2 g of protein per 100 g. The same serving contains 43.9 g of fat and 30.2 g of carbohydrates.
Do cashews raise blood sugar quickly?
Cashews have a glycemic index of 25, which is considered low. However, they contain 30.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.