Cashew nutrition: calories, carbs, GI, protein, fiber, fats
Nuts, cashew nuts, raw
Medically reviewed by Jack Yacoubian
What Do 553 Calories or 100 Grams of Cashews Look Like?
In the picture below, you can observe the visual representation of 100 grams or 553 calories of cashews. According to our calculations, approximately 72 cashews make up 100 grams or 553 calories. This implies that each cashew weighs around 1.4 grams and contributes about 7.7 calories.
A standard serving of cashews is about 28.35 grams, containing 157 calories accordingly.
It's important to note that the calorie count may vary based on factors such as weight, size, and whether the cashews are consumed raw or roasted. Roasted nuts often contain unhealthy oils and sugar, adding additional calories that offer minimal nutritional value.
Education: Nutrition & Microbiology at YSU
Last updated: October 31, 2023
Medically reviewed by Jack Yacoubian
Important nutritional characteristics for Cashew
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Glycemic index ⓘ
Source: Check out our full article on Cashew glycemic index https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916522004944Check out our Glycemic index chart page for the full list.
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25 (low) |
| Glycemic load | 2 (low) |
| Calories ⓘ Calories for selected serving | 157 |
| Net Carbs ⓘ Net Carbs = Total Carbohydrates – Fiber – Sugar Alcohols | 8 grams |
| Default serving size ⓘ Serving sizes are mostly taken from FDA's Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed (RACCs) | 1 oz (28.35 grams) |
| Acidity (Based on PRAL) ⓘ PRAL (Potential renal acid load) is calculated using a formula. On the PRAL scale the higher the positive value, the more is the acidifying effect on the body. The lower the negative value, the higher the alkalinity of the food. 0 is neutral. | 8.9 (acidic) |
| Oxalates ⓘ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0889157513000902 | 75 mg |
Cashew calories (kcal)
| Serving Size | Calories | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Calories in 100 grams | 553 | |
| Calories in 1 oz | 157 | 28.35 g |
Cashew Glycemic index (GI)
Source:
Check out our full article on Cashew glycemic index
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916522004944Check out our Glycemic index chart page for the full list.
Cashew Glycemic load (GL)
Mineral coverage chart
Mineral chart - relative view
Vitamin coverage chart
Vitamin A:
0IU of 5,000IU
0%
Vitamin E :
0.77mg of 15mg
5.1%
Vitamin D:
0µg of 10µg
0%
Vitamin C:
0.43mg of 90mg
0.47%
Vitamin B1:
0.36mg of 1mg
30%
Vitamin B2:
0.05mg of 1mg
3.8%
Vitamin B3:
0.9mg of 16mg
5.6%
Vitamin B5:
0.73mg of 5mg
15%
Vitamin B6:
0.35mg of 1mg
27%
Folate:
21µg of 400µg
5.3%
Vitamin B12:
0µg of 2µg
0%
Choline:
0mg of 550mg
0%
Vitamin K:
29µg of 120µg
24%
Vitamin chart - relative view
Vitamin D
0 µg
TOP 100%
Macronutrients chart
Protein:
Daily Value: 10%
5.2 g of 50 g
5.2 g (10% of DV )
Fats:
Daily Value: 19%
12.4 g of 65 g
12.4 g (19% of DV )
Carbs:
Daily Value: 3%
8.6 g of 300 g
8.6 g (3% of DV )
Water:
Daily Value: 0%
1.5 g of 2,000 g
1.5 g (0% of DV )
Other:
0.7 g
0.7 g
Protein quality breakdown
Tryptophan:
244mg of 280mg
87%
Threonine:
585mg of 1,050mg
56%
Isoleucine:
671mg of 1,400mg
48%
Leucine:
1252mg of 2,730mg
46%
Lysine:
789mg of 2,100mg
38%
Methionine:
308mg of 1,050mg
29%
Phenylalanine:
809mg of 1,750mg
46%
Valine:
930mg of 1,820mg
51%
Histidine:
388mg of 700mg
55%
Fat type information
Saturated Fat:
2.2 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
6.7 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
2.2 g
Carbohydrate type breakdown
Starch:
6.7 g
Sucrose:
1.6 g
Glucose:
0.01 g
Fructose:
0.01 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Fiber content ratio for Cashew
Sugar:
1.7 g
Fiber:
0.94 g
Other:
5.9 g
All nutrients for Cashew per selected serving size (1 oz - 28.35g)
| Nutrient | Value | DV% | In TOP % of foods | Comparison |
| Calories | 157kcal | 8% | 4% |
11.8 times more than Orange
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| Protein | 5.2g | 12% | 29% |
6.5 times more than Broccoli
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| Fats | 12g | 19% | 4% |
1.3 times more than Cheese
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| Vitamin C | 0.14mg | 0% | 47% |
106 times less than Lemon
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| Net carbs | 7.6g | N/A | 27% |
2 times less than Chocolate
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| Carbs | 8.6g | 3% | 27% |
1.1 times more than Rice
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
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| Magnesium | 83mg | 20% | 9% |
2.1 times more than Almond
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| Calcium | 10mg | 1% | 39% |
3.4 times less than Milk
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| Potassium | 187mg | 6% | 9% |
4.5 times more than Cucumber
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| Iron | 1.9mg | 24% | 8% |
2.6 times more than Beef broiled
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| Sugar | 1.7g | N/A | 46% |
1.5 times less than Coca-Cola
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| Fiber | 0.94g | 4% | 25% |
1.4 times more than Orange
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| Copper | 0.62mg | 69% | 15% |
15.5 times more than Shiitake
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| Zinc | 1.6mg | 15% | 15% |
1.1 times less than Beef broiled
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| Starch | 6.7g | 3% | 90% |
1.5 times more than Potato
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| Phosphorus | 168mg | 24% | 9% |
3.3 times more than Chicken meat
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| Sodium | 3.4mg | 0% | 84% |
40.8 times less than White Bread
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 0% | 100% |
N/A
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| Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 0% | 100% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 2% | 48% |
1.6 times less than Kiwifruit
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| Manganese | 0.47mg | 20% | 29% | |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 10% | 47% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.12mg | 10% | 20% |
1.6 times more than Pea raw
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 1% | 79% |
2.2 times less than Avocado
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.3mg | 2% | 68% |
9 times less than Turkey meat
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.24mg | 5% | 39% |
1.3 times less than Sunflower seed
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.12mg | 9% | 30% |
3.5 times more than Oat
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
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| Vitamin K | 9.7µg | 8% | 45% |
3 times less than Broccoli
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| Folate | 7.1µg | 2% | 45% |
2.4 times less than Brussels sprout
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| Saturated Fat | 2.2g | 11% | 16% |
1.3 times more than Beef broiled
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.7g | N/A | 10% |
2.4 times more than Avocado
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.2g | N/A | 13% |
6 times less than Walnut
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| Tryptophan | 0.08mg | 0% | 51% |
1.1 times less than Chicken meat
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| Threonine | 0.2mg | 0% | 69% |
Equal to Beef broiled
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| Isoleucine | 0.22mg | 0% | 67% |
1.2 times less than Salmon raw
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| Leucine | 0.42mg | 0% | 66% |
1.7 times less than Tuna Bluefin
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| Lysine | 0.26mg | 0% | 72% |
2.1 times more than Tofu
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| Methionine | 0.1mg | 0% | 70% |
3.8 times more than Quinoa
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| Phenylalanine | 0.27mg | 0% | 56% |
1.4 times more than Egg
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| Valine | 0.31mg | 0% | 59% |
1.9 times less than Soybean raw
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| Histidine | 0.13mg | 0% | 70% |
1.6 times less than Turkey meat
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| Fructose | 0.01g | 0% | 93% |
118 times less than Apple
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0g | N/A | 100% |
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NUTRITION FACTS LABEL
Nutrition Facts
___servings per container
Serving Size ______________
Serving Size ______________
Amount Per 100g
Calories 157
% Daily Value*
19%
Total Fat
12g
10%
Saturated Fat 2.2g
0
Trans Fat
0g
0
Cholesterol 0mg
0.15%
Sodium 3.4mg
2.9%
Total Carbohydrate
8.6g
3.7%
Dietary Fiber
0.94g
Total Sugars 0g
Includes ? g Added Sugars
Protein
5.2g
Vitamin D
0mcg
0
Calcium
10mg
1%
Iron
1.9mg
24%
Potassium
187mg
5.5%
*
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Health checks
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Dietary cholesterol is not associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease in healthy individuals. However, dietary cholesterol is common in foods that are high in harmful saturated fats.
Source
Low in Cholesterol
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Trans fat consumption increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality by negatively affecting blood lipid levels.
Source
No Trans Fats
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Saturated fat intake can raise total cholesterol and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels, leading to an increased risk of atherosclerosis. Dietary guidelines recommend limiting saturated fats to under 10% of calories a day.
Source
Low in Saturated Fats
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While the consumption of moderate amounts of added sugars is not detrimental to health, an excessive intake can increase the risk of obesity, and therefore, diabetes.
Source
Low in Sugars
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References
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