Abstract
Cashew is a kidney-shaped nut that commercially grows on a tropical evergreen tree. In recent times, the commercial importance of cashew nut and apple in terms of human health is gaining great momentum. The kernels of 75 promising cashew germplasms were taken from different soils of West Bengal, for bio-chemical quantification. Out of which 10 promising commercial germplasms were taken for experimental study. The study indicates that nutritional content Iron (0.08%), Calcium (0.96%), magnesium (0.75%), potassium (2.18%), sodium (0.22%), phosphorus (1.21%), neutral lipid (98.54%), phospholipid (3.12%), protein (49.63%), starch (33.5%), amino acid (53.37%), phenol (53.4%), total sugar (21.27%). It also contains a huge amount of lipids that promote good cardiovascular health. Often high triglyceride levels are associated with an increased risk for heart disorders and mono-unsaturated fats reduce triglyceride levels. The cashew nuts high magnesium content also takes the credit for its healthy heart quality and so daily recommended for the heart-healthy mineral. It also protects against high blood pressure, muscle spasms, migraine headaches, tension, soreness, and fatigue.
Highlights
Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) is a native of Brazil and was introduced in India in the early 16th century
An attempt has been made for the selection of superior germplasm in terms of the evaluation of quality characters of cashew kernel
After 90 days, the nuts were shelled and kernels were dried at room temperature for 5 - 6 hours
Summary
Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) is a native of Brazil and was introduced in India in the early 16th century. Portuguese discovered cashew in Brazil & spread in India considering its medicinal and commercial value to human beings. In this context, an attempt has been made for the selection of superior germplasm in terms of the evaluation of quality characters (physico – chemical characters) of cashew kernel
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