Prana Brazil Nuts, Organic and Raw 250g/8.8oz

Amazonian and exotic, Brazil nuts have amazing and unique qualities such as a high content of selenium and methionine amino acid, otherwise quite rare in our diet. Potent antioxidant, selenium helps reduce asthma and ward off cancers such as prostate, colorectal and lung cancer. On the other hand, methionine amino acid helps to synthesize the protein in your body and protects the liver. Only one to two Brazil nuts are required to get your daily dose of selenium!  Harvested in the wild subtropical regions in South America, this rich and very nutritious nut is a sustainable choice for your health and for the environment. Rich in protein, exotic Brazil nuts have 70% of good unsaturated fatty acids that help to lower cholesterol levels. Brazil nuts are also emollient, analgesic, diuretic and anti-spasmodic. Thus it is still used as a stomach healer and pain killer. Woodsy and fresh tasting, Brazil nuts give you the entire package! Nutrition & Benefits Very high content of selenium