Cashews
While cashews are often described as nuts, they’re a form of seed that grows through the cashew tree. These particular seeds originated in Brazil at first, but has grown in popularity to the point where it’s enjoyed all around the world. Unfortunately, cashews contain plenty of lectins, which is why it makes the list. That said, it’s a healthy addition to one’s diet, containing plenty of flavonoids with pro oxidative effects.
However, it’s best to have cashews uncooked, as when you start to cook cashews it can damage the antioxidants. This is true for most other types of antioxidant-rich foods out there. That said, the benefits of these tree seeds don’t stop there. Cashews might contain fats, but they’re unsaturated fats, which can help the body rather than cause problems. They can help reduce the risk of death from heart disease.
The interesting thing about cashews is they have a protein count similar to what you would find in cooked meat. This makes cashews a potential replacement for protein. Overall, cashews can help with the immune system, but isn’t a good idea for those looking to avoid lectins.
