Macadamia nuts

Macadamia nuts are packed with nutrients and are a good source of healthy monounsaturated fats. One ounce (28 grams) contains approximately:
Calories: 200
Fat: 21 grams
Protein: 2 grams
Carbs: 4 grams
Fiber: 2.5 grams
Vitamin E: 1% of the RDI
Magnesium: 9% of the RDI

Many of the health benefits of macadamia nuts are related to heart health. This may be due to their high content of monounsaturated fats. Several studies have shown that diets rich in macadamia nuts can reduce both total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in people with high cholesterol levels. Additionally, macadamia nuts may reduce other risk factors for heart disease including oxidative stress and inflammation.