The cashew tree is a plant with tropical characteristics, with tortuous trunk and branches, typically Brazilian and large, reaching up to 20 meters in height. It is present in practically the entire northeastern coast and its fruit has been used by Brazilians since the time of its discovery as food in fresh form or in fermented beverages.
The most consumed part of the plant is the cashew, which has a thin bark, which can obtain a yellow-orange color or a more reddish hue and varies in size according to the species of each plant. It is rich in vitamin C, proteins, fibers and other substances that are beneficial to our body. But contrary to what many think the cashew is not the real fruit of the cashew tree, this is the pseudo-fruit that is formed from the floral peduncle, the fruit itself is the chestnut that attaches to the end of the flower. It is common to find nut selling points on the roads along the northeast coast where the fruit appears in abundance.
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cashew properties
Cashew, the flower of the cashew tree, has properties that help to treat common ailments in our body. Are they:
- anti-diabetics
- anti-inflammatory
- Depuratives
- Diuretic
- Vermifuge
- Expectorant
- Anti-asthmatic
- antidiarrheal
- Astringents
However, the chestnut and cashew are not the only part of the plant used , although it is uncommon, we can also make use of the leaves and bark of the cashew tree to make a tea that is highly beneficial to health.
Indications and benefits of tea
In addition to being considered an aphrodisiac, this tea has several indications and can treat different ailments with a very flexible use. For internal use, tea is indicated for:
- liquid retention
- Cough
- cold
- Cramps
- Weakness
- skin problems
- Hypertension
For external use:
- Inflammation in the throat and canker sores in the form of gargle
- tumors
- vaginal inflammations
- Chilblains and tiredness of the feet – with the indicated use in the bath
How to make?
- You will need 2 tablespoons of the cashew leaves and husks in small pieces for every liter of water.
- Mix the two together and bring to the fire and after boiling let it cook for approximately 10 minutes. After this period, turn off the heat and leave it sweltered for another 10 minutes.
It is recommended that 1 cup be consumed 3 to 4 times a day.
The cashew tree is a plant with tropical characteristics, with tortuous trunk and branches, typically Brazilian and large, reaching up to 20 meters in height. It is present in practically the entire northeastern coast and its fruit has been used by Brazilians since the time of its discovery as food in fresh form or in fermented beverages.
The most consumed part of the plant is the cashew, which has a thin bark, which can obtain a yellow-orange color or a more reddish hue and varies in size according to the species of each plant. It is rich in vitamin C, proteins, fibers and other substances that are beneficial to our body. But contrary to what many think the cashew is not the real fruit of the cashew tree, this is the pseudo-fruit that is formed from the floral peduncle, the fruit itself is the chestnut that attaches to the end of the flower. It is common to find nut selling points on the roads along the northeast coast where the fruit appears in abundance.
cashew properties
Cashew, the flower of the cashew tree, has properties that help to treat common ailments in our body. Are they:
- anti-diabetics
- anti-inflammatory
- Depuratives
- Diuretic
- Vermifuge
- Expectorant
- Anti-asthmatic
- antidiarrheal
- Astringents
However, the chestnut and cashew are not the only part of the plant used , although it is uncommon, we can also make use of the leaves and bark of the cashew tree to make a tea that is highly beneficial to health.
Indications and benefits of tea
In addition to being considered an aphrodisiac, this tea has several indications and can treat different ailments with a very flexible use. For internal use, tea is indicated for:
- liquid retention
- Cough
- cold
- Cramps
- Weakness
- skin problems
- Hypertension
For external use:
- Inflammation in the throat and canker sores in the form of gargle
- tumors
- vaginal inflammations
- Chilblains and tiredness of the feet – with the indicated use in the bath
How to make?
- You will need 2 tablespoons of the cashew leaves and husks in small pieces for every liter of water.
- Mix the two together and bring to the fire and after boiling let it cook for approximately 10 minutes. After this period, turn off the heat and leave it sweltered for another 10 minutes.
It is recommended that 1 cup be consumed 3 to 4 times a day.
