10 Health Benefits Of Brazil Nuts
Brazil nuts come from the Brazil nut tree that originated from South America. The tree is native to eastern Colombia, Guianas, Brazil, Venezuela, eastern Bolivia, and eastern Peru. A large tree reaching 50 meters tall and measuring 1 to 3meters in diameter, it is one of the largest trees found in the Amazon rainforests. Living about 500 years or more, the stem is often straight without branches in its lower half. It also has a large crown of branches that is often above the canopy of the surrounding trees.
Since it is illegal to cut down these magnificent trees in Brazil, it can often be found in various areas producing heavy and rigid fruits that may pose a threat to people and vehicles who happen to be passing under the tree. Although Brazil nuts can be harvested from plantations, the production is often low and is not economically viable. In 2014, the production of Brazil nuts is about 95,000 tonnes globally with the largest producers from Bolivia and Brazil.
