Earthborn® macadamia nuts are plump and superior in quality.

The macadamia nut tree originated in the rain forests of Queensland, Australia. In 1882 William Purvis brought the first macadamia nut trees to Hawaii. Today much of the world's macadamias are grown here in Hawaii.

It takes about seven years for the macadamia tree to bear fruit. The fruit must ripen on the tree and is generally gathered by hand during most of the year except for July and August. The fruit, the macadamia nut, is considered a delicacy around the world and the demand for this delicious and exotic nut far exceeds the supply.

NUTRITION: Macadamia nuts are becoming a darling for nutritionists, since macadamia nuts and macadamia nut oil are rich in monounsaturated oils, just like canola and olive oils. Monounsaturated oils lower harmful cholesterol and raise beneficial cholesterol to help prevent heart attacks. Cholesterol and its content in food has long the subject of cardiovascular studies. It is related to fat sticking to lipoproteins and blocking blood vessels, which restricts blood flow to and from the heart. Low-density proteins (LDP) stick to saturated fats, from meat, butter, coconut oil and palm oil, and contribute to heart disease. Polyunsaturated fats, from macadamia nuts, fish and vegetables, stick to high-density proteins (HDP), which clear cholesterol from blood vessels. Macadamia nuts are believed to lower LDP while providing natural oils for good nutrition.

The macadamia nut is comprised of protein, carbohydrates and unsaturated fats.

Like olive oil, the cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, which is believed to be responsible for lower rates of heart attack, macadamia nut oil is becoming an increasingly popular oil for use in the cuisine of the Hawaiian Islands and beyond. A typical composition is as follows:

Natural oil 75.0 %
Protein 9.0 %
Carbohydrate 9.3 %
Moisture 1.5 %
Mineral matter 1.6 %
Fiber 2.0 %

The kernel contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, Niacin and essential elements such as Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus, Magnesium and Potassium.

Macadamia nut oil can be used in many recipes, such as salad dressing, adding that subtle macadamia nut taste, in baking, and in sautéing vegetables. Studies are also showing that use of unsaturated oils promote overall health.

Earthborn® Hawaiian Macadamia Nuts -- Raw
(net weight 1/2 pound) $14  Add to Cart

Earthborn® Hawaiian Macadamia Nuts -- Roasted, no salt
(net weight 1/2 pound) $14  Add to Cart

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