Brazil nut or almond?
One you eat by the handful; the other, better counted on your fingers. The difference is selenium.
Side by side (per 100 g)
| per 100 g | brazil nut | almond | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 656 | 579 | |
| Protein | 14g | 21g | |
| Carbs | 12g | 22g | |
| Fiber | 7.9g | 11.6g | |
| Fat | 66g | 50g |
source: TACO/USDA
Who wins at what
The almond is the everyday snack — fiber and vitamin E. The Brazil nut is so rich in selenium that one or two cover the whole day; more is too much. Each has its place — and its dose.
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