Cashews are generally considered a healthy, nutritious nut for most diets. Research shows they may offer an antioxidant boost, protect the heart, support weight management, and more.

1. They Provide Essential Nutrients

Cashews are a solid source of protein (4.34 grams per ounce), vitamins, and minerals, including:

Vitamin K

Magnesium

Copper

Iron

Zinc

Phosphorus

A 1-ounce (oz) serving of dry-roasted cashews provides almost 70% of the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of copper, which helps support the nervous and immune systems, among other bodily functions.

Though eating cashews daily is OK, stick to the recommended serving size (roughly 1 oz or a small handful), which provides 163 calories, to avoid overdoing it on the calories.

2. Their Antioxidants Protect Your Cells

Nuts,

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