The Bottom Line
Cashews aren’t a miracle food, but they are a nutrient-rich snack that can have a place in a balanced eating pattern.
They provide healthy unsaturated fats, plant protein, fiber, magnesium, copper, and other nutrients. Some research also suggests that replacing less nutritious snacks with cashews may benefit cholesterol levels.
For most people, the smartest approach is simple: choose a modest portion, favor plain or lightly roasted varieties, and enjoy them as part of a varied diet.
And if you have a tree-nut allergy, cashews are one snack you should not experiment with.
