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{Macadamia nuts are packed with various health benefits and remedies}. However, some are quick to write off this power “food” due to its high price tag and scarcity in some areas of the globe. This nut is indigenous to Australia. In fact, the German-Australian botanist Ferdinand von Mueller gave the genus the scientific name Macadamia in 1857; which, he named after his friend Dr. John Macadam, who was also a noted scientist in Australia.

Today macadamia nuts are cultivated in other tropical regions where soils are rich in minerals like phosphorus and potassium. Macadamia trees produce macadamia nuts generally after 4 or more years. However, in countries like Rwanda this time frame can be significantly reduced. With Rwanda’s ideal tropical weather and soil rich land macadamia trees can begin to produce nuts within a period of 3 years and 2 months with the use of organic fertilizers. However, when alternate fertilizers are used the harvest period is still 4 or more years. In addition, according to the Australian center for plant biodiversity research, a macadamia tree can produce nuts for over 100 years.

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One of the primary benefits of Macadamia nut is that it’s an inclusive food item, by that I mean even vegetarians and other individuals who are on a restricted regiment can enjoy and reap the benefits of this highly nutritious snack. Moreover, various studies have indicated that macadamia nuts are loaded with significant nutrients and minerals. In particular, macadamia nuts contain high protein, dietary fiber and good fats. In addition, this nut also contains a peculiar type of oil similar to mink oil, which promotes good skin. Besides, macadamia nuts taste great!

In order to maximize the health benefits of macadamia nuts, it is recommended to consume 10-15 organic (natural) nuts on a daily basis (raw or dry roasted), if one over indulges it can lead to weight gain due to its fat content even though it’s good fat. In fact, the mono-saturated fats content in macadamia nuts are actually “fat burners”. Nonetheless, anything good taken in excess can have a reverse effect. On another note, 5 different major studies have proven that habitually consuming macadamia nuts in the daily portion noted above reduces heart disease by 50 %. This is primarily linked to this nut’s content of mono- unsaturated fats, omega- 3, 0 % Cholesterol and proteins that contains an amino acid known as L-arginine, which opens up blood cells and reduces the risk of various chronic diseases.

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Ultimately, macadamia nuts have significant health benefits that positively affect one’s quality of life. In all fairness, one can admit it’s predominant expensive price tag, however, not engaging in such health choices can be more expensive when it comes to paying future health bills. And this is not to say that if you don’t habitually eat macadamia nuts you’re going to end up at the hospital waiting to die of a chronic disease, while racking up expensive medical bills. While the latter may end up being your story, the moral of this story is that we all need to take steps to eating healthier in order to improve our quality of life, and the daily consumption of macadamia nuts in its recommended portion is a major step in achieving that goal.