Legumes, Nuts, and Seeds / Nuts
Cashew nut, roasted
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 85% |
| Calories | 603kcal / 2530kcal (23%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 19.2 g/ 71g (27%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 47.4 g/ 42g (112%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 24.8 g/ 348g (7%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.48 mg/ 1mg (40%) high |
Vit B2 | 0.23 mg/ 1mg (17%) source |
Vit B3 | 1.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (9%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 37 mg/ 750mg (4%) |
Phosphorus | 441 mg/ 700mg (63%) high |
Iron | 3.3 mg/ 12mg (27%) source |
Sodium | 15 mg/ 1500mg (1%) very low |
Allergen Info
Tree Nuts
What is this food?
Roasted cashew nuts—whole cashews that have been dry-roasted for a crunchy snack. They’re considered a healthy fat food, but they’re also calorie-dense.
Why it matters to health
Cashews provide unsaturated fats that help support heart health, and they also give fiber for better digestion and fuller feeling between meals. However, they contain saturated fat (9.36 g per 100 g), and they’re high in calories (603 kcal per 100 g), so portion size matters—especially if you snack 1–2 times a day. The good news: cashews have low sodium here (15 mg per 100 g), which is helpful for keeping your overall salt intake in check.
Healthier tips
- For snacks, aim for a small portion: about 1 small handful (roughly 20–30 g) instead of eating straight from the bag.
- Pair cashews with fruit (like banana, apple, or mango) or plain yogurt to balance your snack and add more fiber and protein.
- If you’re having cashews with meals, keep the rest of the meal balanced (half plate veggies, a palm of rice/bread, and a palm of protein).
- Choose roasted, unsalted when possible to keep sodium lower.
- Because they’re calorie-dense, spread them across your day (not multiple large servings in one sitting).
Common Filipino dishes
Cashew chicken, ginataang cashew shrimp, arroz caldo with nuts, pancit canton with toasted nuts, ensaymada with cashew topping
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