- cashews pose no concern when eaten as part of a varied diet.
- The Truth About “Raw” Cashews
Truly raw, unprocessed cashews contain urushiol—the same irritant found in poison ivy. Consuming them in this state can cause serious reactions.
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The good news: All cashews sold commercially as “raw” have been steamed or heat-treated to remove urushiol, making them perfectly safe. Never seek out or consume genuinely unprocessed cashews from the tree.
Myths Debunked: What Cashews Don’t Do
Let’s address a few persistent misconceptions:
“Cashews cause weight gain.”
Reality:
