Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw)
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A 100g serving covers 246% of the daily recommended Copper, making Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Both protein (17.4g) and fat (38.9g) are substantial, making Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. With only 5mg of sodium, Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) is naturally very low in sodium and suitable for sodium-restricted diets. Fiber content sits at 4.1g per 100g — not a primary source, but it adds up in combination with other high-fiber foods. Nutritionally broad, Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) delivers meaningful amounts of 12 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein12%17.4 g
- Fat62%38.9 g
- Carbs26%36.3 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 4.8 | G |
| Protein | 17.4 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 38.9 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 36.3 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 4.1 | G |
| Calcium, Ca | 42.0 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 6.0 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 251 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 532 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 638 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 4.8 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 5.1 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 2.2 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 1.9 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 20.7 | UG |
| Energy (Atwater General Factors) | 565 | KCAL |
| Energy (Atwater Specific Factors) | 533 | KCAL |
| Nitrogen | 3.3 | G |
| Ash | 2.6 | G |
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Nutrient Highlights
- Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) is a excellent source of Magnesium (60% DV) — see top foods ranked by Magnesium
- Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) is a excellent source of Zinc (46% DV) — see top foods ranked by Zinc
- Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) is a excellent source of Protein (35% DV) — see top foods ranked by Protein
- Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) is a excellent source of Iron (33% DV) — see top foods ranked by Iron
- Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) is a good source of Fiber (15% DV) — see top foods ranked by Fiber
Dietary Considerations
With 638mg of potassium per 100g, individuals on a renal diet should moderate their intake of Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw). See the Kidney Disease & Low-Potassium Diet guide for more.
Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 5mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Nuts Cashew Nuts (Raw) provides 6.0mg of iron per 100g, relevant for managing iron deficiency. See the Iron Deficiency & Anemia Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Magnesium: top 2% (#165 of 8,262)
- Potassium: top 5% (#413 of 8,262)
- Iron: top 6% (#496 of 8,262)
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Serving Size 100g
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Data Source
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 2515374.
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