Macadamia kernel sizes and uses

Macadamia kernels are processed into a range of sizes from large whole kernels to small chips.

Health benefits of Macadamias

Tree nuts are a healthy food source and macadamias have special health attributes.

Health Benefits

Taste the Goodness Of Australian Macadamias

Australian Macadamias aren’t just a delicious treat – they should be included in your healthy, balanced diet.

The fat in macadamias is largely monounsaturated1 – the “good fat”. Macadamias contain higher levels of monounsaturated fat than any other food available2. Monounsaturated fats are necessary for health and wellbeing3.

Plant sterols are known to lower cholesterol absorption from the gut4 so it’s also beneficial that macadamias contain natural plant sterols5.

Macadamias provide a wide range of vitamins and minerals, such as B group vitamins, iron, copper, magnesium and manganese and are low in sodium6. New Australian research indicates that macadamias also contain antioxidants such as polyphenols4. Antioxidants play a significant role in protecting the body from damage, clogged arteries and inflammation.

So the good fats, plant sterols and antioxidants all work together to ensure your ticker stays in top shape.

What’s more, macadamias also contain protein and fibre1 – important nutrients for helping you feel fuller for longer6. Snack on a small handful of macadamias mid afternoon and stay satisfied till dinner. Sounds too good to be true?

You can find more information on the health benefits of Australian Macadamias at www.macadamias.org

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1 2002 AGAL macadamia analysis report, Australian Macadamia Society

2 Garg ML et al Macadamia nut consumption Modulates Favourably Risk factors for Coronary Artery Disease in Hypercholestrolemic subjects. Lipids. 2007;42(6):165-94 3

3 Thijssen MA. Fatty acids and atherosclerotic risk. Handb Exp Pharacol. 2005;(170):165-94 4

4 Clifton PM et al. Dose-response effects of different plant sterol sources in fat spreads on serum lipids and C-reactive protein and on the kinetic behaviour or serum plant sterols. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2007 May 30;

5 Nuts for Life ready reckoner – In a Nutshell 2005

6 Holt SH et al. A satiety index of common foods. Eur J Clin Nutr. 1995 Sep;49(9):675-90.