cashew nut oil
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Introduction
The Cashew tree, known by the Latin name Anacardium occidentale, is a
member of the Anacardiaceae floral family, which includes the mango tree,pistachio tree, poison ivy and poison oak.
The Anacardiaceae family contains 73 genera and 600 species.
The cashew tree is cultivated primarily for its fruit, is called "false fruit" or
"cashew apple" and a hard-shelled nut.
The cashew apple is very juicy, sweet, delicately scented and acidic.
An excellent source of Vitamin C, containing 9 times more than an orange.
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History and Origin
} Native to northeastern Brazil, the cashew tree was discovered by
the Portuguese in the 16th century.
} The Indians called it "Acaju".
} The Portuguese later introduced it into their African and Asian
colonies, starting with Mozambique and the Indian state of Kerala.
} Today it is still cultivated in Brazil, western Africa and India,
mainly for its nuts, but also for its cashew apples.
} India is one of the world's largest cashew nut producers.
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Manufacturing Process
The shelling process is long and many precautions must be taken.
} Prior to shelling, the nuts are sorted according to their size
preferably before steam cooked in a boiler.
} Shelling is done by hand using a strong, short stick.
} The use of shelling tables has improved productivity.
} The kernels are then either sun-dried or placed in a tray drying
oven.
} Finally, the last step is to remove the skin from the nuts.
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Oil Extraction
} Cashew nut kernels are pressed to extract an ediblevegetable oil of excellent quality.
} The entire cashew nut oil production process is
done by hand.
} The cashew nuts are then set to dry for a few days.
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}Helps in for fighting kidney problems, arthritis,
etc.
}As well as for lowering bad cholesterol levels and
treating eye problems.
} The oil is traditionally used for culinary purposes.
Usage
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CulinaryUsage
} An excellent cooking oil
} High oleic acid content (57%) makes cashew oil a premium source of energy.
} Stimulating the immune system.
} Cashews are also rich in protein (21%)
} Contains seven of the essential amino acids that the body can neither produce nor
synthesize itself.
} B vitamins contributes to maintaining a healthy nervous and muscular system.
} The oilcake contains 36% protein and 41% carbohydrates and is thus an excellent
source of nourishment.
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Nutritional Value
Essential fatty acids
Protien
Minerals
Vitamins
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Conclusion
} After studying on this I came to know that it is the second
best oil after olive oil.
} It has proteins, minerals and vitamins and other nutritional
factors which is good for human beings and as well as for
animals.
} It is not just used traditionally in Culinary but also in
cosmetics.
} It is good for treating eye problems, kidney and cholesterol .
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Bibliography
} http://www.africajou.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=
10&Itemid=4&lang=en
} http://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Cashew
} http://hubpages.com/hub/Uses-of-Cashew-Oil
} http://www.agripinoy.net/cashew-nut-processing.html
} www.organiccashewnuts.com/cashewbenefits.htm
} http://www.ec21.com/offers/cashew_nut_oil.html
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