Aqua Valley Ceylon

Cashew

The nut is borne on the end of a swollen, pear-shaped, fleshy stalk known as the cashew apple or pear. This technically is not a fruit, since the nut is the actual fruit.

For centuries, cashews have been a loved delicacy and the ideal climate on this tropical Island; Ceylon, has been the main reason that the Ceylon cashews have held a captivating, refined taste above all others.

Keypoints

According to the international system of cashew grading, the majority of nuts from Sri Lanka fall into the 150-180 grade. This means that they are the largest in the world.

The word cashew is derived from the Tupi word "acajou" which means "nut that produces itself". This is because the cashew shaped fruit dangles below the fleshy, squash-shaped stem of the fruit (called the cashew apple).

The country's diverse climate and fertile soil provide optimal conditions for pepper cultivation, resulting in high-quality produce that is sought after internationally.

The entire process is labor-intensive as well as hazardous, which helps explain part of why cashews are so expensive.

Cashew Grading

Health Benefits of Cashew

Boosts Heart Health

Packed with healthy fatty acids cashews diminish LDL cholesterol and boost HDL level

Promotes Vision

A storehouse of antioxidants, cashews maintain eye health and shield the eyes from damage

Manages Weight

Imbued with omega fatty acids, fibre, cashews help to burn fat and shed excess kilos

Cancer Prevention

Goodness of flavonoids, copper in cashews prevent the growth of tumour cell formation

Healthy Skin

Cashews laden with antioxidants, copper uplift skin health and reduce signs of ageing