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A small but amazing spice with a thousand benefits for body, mind and beauty

Introduction:
Among hundreds of spices used in traditional cooking and medicine, cashew nuts are one of the most mysterious and valuable. In this section we will provide (valuable information for everyone). A seemingly simple brown seed, but with strange powers that can deepen sleep, calm the mind, improve digestion, reduce pain, rejuvenate skin and even boost sexual desire.
In traditional Eastern and Islamic medicine, cashew nuts are called the golden pearl of spices; because it is both medicinal and edible. This hot spice has been known throughout the Asian continent for centuries and has been used in India, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia and China to treat diseases and strengthen the body.

Origin and botany of cashews
The coconut tree, whose scientific name is Myristica fragrans, is one of the evergreen trees of the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It reaches up to 15 meters high and produces yellow apricot-like fruits. When a fruit cracks, a hard brown seed appears inside which is the very same cashew.

It is interesting to know that two spices are obtained from the same fruit:
Nutmeg inside seed
Mace, thin red bark around the grain
Both are used in cooking and pharmaceutical, but cashew nuts taste milder and warmer.

History and cultural place
Cashew nuts from the sixteenth century were exported to Indonesia all over the world. Back then, it was worth more than gold! Europeans fought even among themselves to control the cashew trade. In ancient Iran, it was also known in traditional pharmacies as painkillers, memory enhancers and strong sedative.
In Islamic countries, cashew nuts have been referred to as a spice blessed by God, because it warms the body and soothes the soul.

Chemical and nutritional compounds
Each grain of cashew powder is packed with nutrients and effective ingredients that have extensive healing effects. In every 100 grams of coconut powder, approximately:
Calories: 525 calories.
Useful fat: 36 grams
Protein : 6 grams
Fiber : 20 grams
Carbohydrate: 49 grams

minerals and vitamins :
Magnesium
Mangens
فسفر
Potassium
آهن
مس
Vitamins A, C, E and B6

Active medicinal ingredients:
Myristicin is soothing and anti-anxiety
Eugenol (Eugenol): antibacterial and pain-resistant
Elemicin (Elemicin): Enhance concentration and memory
Safrole: Anti-fungus and anti-virus
Pinen, terrapine and linalol: aromatic compounds effective in strengthening nerves and improving mood

Healing properties and benefits of cashew nuts
Natural sleeper and relaxing
Cashew nuts are one of the most effective natural remedies for insomnia, anxiety, and nervous restlessness.
Just a small amount of it in a hot bath before bed can calm the mind and lead to a deep sleep.

How to make a relaxing drink:
Dissolve half a teaspoon of cashew powder in a cup of warm milk with honey and drink 30 minutes before bed.

Boost your brain and memory
Cashew nuts contain compounds that stimulate nerve cells and improve cognitive function.
In ancient India, a combination of cashews with honey was used as a memory medicine for students and the elderly.

Treatment of indigestion, bloating and intestinal worms
In traditional Iranian medicine, walnuts are recommended to strengthen the stomach, relieve bloating, treat diarrhea and eliminate parasites.
A few pink powder with honey after a meal can remove gastric gas and ease digestion.

Anti pain & anti inflammatory
Coconut oil has anti-inflammatory compounds and is very effective in treating joint pain, rheumatism and muscle spasms.
Extracts are used in many muscular massage medicines and natural ointments.
Method of usage:
Mix a few drops of coconut oil with olive oil, rub twice a day on the pain area and massage.

Boosting the body’s immune system
Cashew nuts are full of antioxidants such as vitamin C and ogenol, which protects cells from damage and makes the body resistant to viruses.

Balancing blood sugar and curing diabetes.
Modern research has shown that low and regular consumption of cashews increases insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control.

Improving heart health
The potassium and magnesium found in cashews help balance blood pressure. Low consumption relaxes veins and reduces nervous stress.

Oral and dental health
In herbal toothpaste compounds, cashew extract is used to eliminate bad breath and strengthen gums.
You can mix some powder with coconut oil and make your mouth growl with it.

Boosting skin and beauty
Cashew nuts are one of the natural wonders in the world of beauty. It has antibacterial, anti-leak and anti-aging properties.

Anti acne mask:
Half teaspoon of cashew powder + 1 teaspoon of honey + few drops of fresh lemon juice.
Leave it on the face for 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water.

Anti-wrinkle mask:
Cashew nuts + raw milk + a bit of turmeric make the skin soft, shiny and young.

Increasing sexual desire and strengthening physical strength
In Islamic and Greek medicine, cashew is considered to be one of the strongest natural medicines for increasing sexual desire.
It increases blood flow, body energy and relieves mental and physical fatigue.

Recommended combination for natural strengthening:
Half a teaspoon of cashew powder + 1 teaspoon of honey + warm milk (consume before sleeping).

Other benefits of cashew in treating diseases.
Headache and migraine relief
Reduce cold and cough symptoms
Helping to treat depression and anxiety
Boost your appetite
Relieving menstrual pain in women
Improve blood circulation and increase energy

Warning and disadvantages of consumption
Although cashews have countless benefits, they can be dangerous if consumed too much.

Effects of excessive consumption:
Nausea and vomiting
Dizzy and fainted
Increasing the heart rate
Delusion and mental disorder
Damage to the liver
Seizures in rare cases
Permissible daily consumption: Maximum 1 gram (about a quarter teaspoon)

Coconut oil and its topical applications
Coconut oil is extracted from compressed seeds and is full of healing properties.

Important uses of coconut oil:
Relieving joint and muscle pain
Strengthening hair and preventing hair loss.
Treatment of pimples, acne and skin spots
Improving blood flow in the scalp
Use in massage to relax nerves

A modern scientific perspective on cashews
New studies have shown that cashew nuts have the following effects:
Strong antioxidant: preventing cell aging.
Anti-cancer: Preventing specific tumors from growing
Anti-inflammatory: Helps cure arthritis.
Calming and anti-anxiety: a natural alternative to light chemicals
Improve brain function and memory

Useful combinations with cashew nuts
cashew + honey + milk to sleep, mental peace
Coconut + Turmeric + Honey. Strong anti inflammatory.
Cashew nuts + ginger + honey to boost immunity in cold
Coconut + Almond + Honey to enhance physical and sexual powers.
Cashew nuts + cinnamon to enhance memory and concentration.
Cashew nuts + olive oil for joint pain treatment.

Maintenance tips
Keep whole cashew dry in a container.
Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight.
Grate when fresh to preserve flavor.

Conclusion
Cashew nuts are a gift from nature that, despite being small, has great power. This spice can improve your sleep, calm your nerves, keep your skin young, and detoxify your body.
But as the old saying goes:
Too much of anything in beneficial medicines is poison.
So, observe the use of that mediocrity to benefit from all its properties