Brazil Nuts: Jump-Start Your Metabolism with This Tiny Nut
Brazil Nuts: Tiny Nut, Big Secret
Brazil nuts contain a very important mineral called selenium. In fact, a one ounce serving or brazil nuts (6 nuts) contain 774% of the recommended daily allowance for this ingredient.
According to researchers a Dartmouth Medical School, selenium plays a special role in controlling the effects of a thyroid hormone that helps us manage our fat metabolism.
Researchers with the The Journal of Clinical Investigation, report that the enzyme most important in keeping the thyroid hormone active contains an amino acid called selenocysteine. This rare amino acid is formed in the body through foods that contain selenium. Foods containing high amounts of selenium include beef, bread, poultry, seafood and brazil nuts.
Brazil Nut Nutrition Facts
One serving size, 1 oz, 6 nuts
Number of Calories: 185
Grams of Fat: 19 g
Grams of Saturated Fat: 4 g
Grams of Fiber: 2 g
Carbs: 3 g
Grams of Protein: 4 g
Thiamin: 12% RDA
Iron: 4% RDA
Magnesium: 27% RDA
Phosphorus: 20% RDA
Potassium: 5% RDA
Zinc: 8% RDA
Copper: 25% RDA
Manganese: 17% RDA
Selenium: 774% RDA
Roasted Brazil Nuts - Recipe
If you prefer a salty nut, consider roasting them yourself. Pour a little extra virgin olive oil in a bowl. Next add your raw brazil nuts and some sea salt. Stir the ingredients until all the nuts are coated. Slip them in the oven for 10 minutes at 325 degrees. Enjoy!
Are you ready to jump start your metabolism with an easy and delicious change to your diet? Brazil nuts are a great way to help you reset your metabolism, and live a healthier lifestyle.
Published by Andy Fling
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