A single Brazil nut provides the recommended daily intake of selenium, a mineral crucial for thyroid health and immune function. A study showed Brazil nut butter to be as effective as selenium supplements in raising blood selenium levels.
The daily recommended amount of selenium for adults is 55 micrograms; one Brazil nut typically exceeds this. An ounce (6-8 nuts) contains almost ten times the daily requirement, making 1-2 nuts a day sufficient for most individuals.
A study published in the European Journal of Nutrition demonstrated that Brazil nuts are as effective as selenium supplements in increasing blood selenium levels. This makes them a safe, effective and palatable alternative.
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“Just one Brazil nut a day can meet your full daily selenium needs,” Chantelle van der Merwe, registered dietitian, told The Epoch Times.
It’s a simple way to support your thyroid health and immune system without relying on supplements. Plus, it’s a safe, effective, and tastier source of this important mineral.The recommended daily amount of selenium for adults is 55 micrograms. One Brazil nut usually provides more than that, though the exact amount depends on where the nut was grown. On average, an ounce—about six to eight nuts—contains nearly 10 times the daily requirement, so eating 1 to 2 Brazil nuts per day is enough to meet your needs safely, van der Merwe said.
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