Macadamia (Australian nut)

The tree begins to bear fruit no earlier than the seventh year of life, and sometimes even in the tenth year. Although the plant itself lives for about a century.

Each nut has the shape of a perfect ball with a diameter of about 1.5 - 2 cm.

The kernel is hidden under the shell, which is quite difficult to separate from the nut. Difficulties are associated not only with the separation of the shell, but also with the collection of this expensive nut.

The tree itself can reach a height of 30 meters - this is the maximum limit.

The seeds of the macadamia tree are rich and fatty, placed in a tough rind. And the taste is sweet, with a creamy tinge and a delicate structure.

Macadamia in scientific circles is called the Australian nut or Macadamia whole leaf. In total, there are only 9 species in the world, but only two varieties of nuts can produce edible fruits - three-leaf macadamia and whole-leaf macadamia.

Macadamia belongs to the family of Protea plants, for which, as is known, the arid places of the Australian continent and South Africa are favorable conditions. That is why the macadamia tree has hard and leathery leaves. This nut is recognized as the most expensive of all nuts, since its collection does not exceed the amount of black caviar produced.

Now macadamia is grown not only in Australia and South Africa, but also in almost every country with a tropical climate.This helps to reduce the cost of the walnut on the world market and increase its popularity.

Until recently, the walnut was harvested exclusively by hand, which was very difficult. And even for an experienced picker, it was difficult to pass the mark of 150 kg of collected nuts per day. Now this work has been automated and even the cleaning of nuts is carried out by machine.

Macadamia can be called a source of phosphorus, which is vital for every person. Every day, at least 800 mg of this substance should enter the human body. What is phosphorus responsible for?

• proper growth of bone tissue and maintenance of its integrity;
• strength of teeth;
• proper and complete absorption of B vitamins;
• normalization of acid-base balance;
• proper functioning of the nervous system;
• normal muscle function;
• cell division;
• transmission of hereditary traits during the conception of a child and its further bearing.

Not only macadamia nuts are rich in phosphorus, but also many other products, but still many people suffer from its lack in the body.

The choice of a nut should be based on a careful examination of the kernel itself - it should be:

• strong;
• fleshy;
• whole.

For storage, a container with a hermetically sealed lid is suitable, which, when filled with nuts, should be placed in the refrigerator or even in the freezer. Macadamia is a fairly rare nut, so it is not freely available like other nuts. One can only hope for large shopping centers, online stores and specialized places for the sale of nuts, spices and herbs.

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Nuts also contain the following components: essential oil, proteins, fiber, sugar.

• acids (palmitoleic, oleic, linoleic and linolenic);
• a complex of vitamins, among which group B, C, E and PP stand out;
• a large number of minerals, the most valuable of which are potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium, selenium, zinc and phosphorus.

Studies show that the composition of macadamia includes a special product, very rare. The analogue of which can only serve as a waxy substance contained in the head of a sperm whale. This product contains pure spermaceti and fat.

• the fats that make up the nut are considered healthy because they do not contain cholesterol;
• unique features to reduce "bad" cholesterol;
• allows vegetarians to replenish the supply of vegetable iron;
• the ability to keep weight under control;
• rejuvenating effect.

For humans, there are no contraindications regarding the use of macadamia nut and oil, but for dogs this nut is highly undesirable because it causes weakness. This state lasts only two days. For everyone else, the macadamia nut is the most valuable product.

• independent dish;
• decorating desserts;
• gas stations;
• puddings.

Oatmeal in the amount of two tablespoons is poured with half a glass of chilled water that has gone through the boiling process if the salad is prepared in the evening. You can use hot water if you don't have time to soak the flakes. Add 3 macadamia nuts, one grated apple, lemon juice, any dried fruits (1 tablespoon) and honey to taste.

Boil one egg, three it on a grater. We do the same with hard cheese and two cloves of garlic. Add mayonnaise (or sour cream) until we get the consistency of a thick paste. Then separately grind the package of crab meat and add a few tablespoons of coconut flakes. We proceed to the formation of rafaelok:

• take a black olive without a stone;
• insert a macadamia nut into each olive;
• roll the stuffed olive in cheese-garlic paste;
• roll in crab-coconut mixture.

The resulting balls are sent for an hour in the refrigerator to solidify.

Place a glass of macadamia nuts in a blender and grind well, adding no more than 100 ml of water. To the resulting mixture, add 50 ml of apple cider vinegar, 150 ml of olive oil, a teaspoon of sea salt, half a tablespoon of sage and your favorite spices to taste. Whisk everything thoroughly.

Watch the following video from Live Healthy! to learn more about the health benefits of macadamia nut.

• angina;
• arthritis;
• heart disease;
• problems with the skeletal system;
• diseases of the organs of vision;
• poor condition of the skin and hair;
• insufficient potency;
• insufficient brain activity;
• hypertension;
• dystonia;
• oncology.

With regular use of raw macadamia (about 70 gr.), You can permanently get rid of all of the above problems, remove the manifestations of varicose veins and unattractive cellulite.

Macadamia, like nuts, is high in calories. But this does not prevent nutritionists from introducing this product into dietary nutrition. The reason is the antioxidant properties that are at their best. It is they who are responsible for regulating fat metabolism, not only removing extra pounds, but also strengthening blood vessels and the muscular skeleton. The skin with regular, but moderate intake of nuts, acquires elasticity and rejuvenates. There is even a diet based on the intake of macadamia, or rather oil from it, since it normalizes physiological and metabolic processes.

The temptation to grow macadamia on their own is high, but it is available either to residents of southern latitudes or to owners of a winter garden.

A valuable nut can be grown by seeds or grafting. Choosing the first option, great attention must be paid to the selection of planting material - a nut. It goes without saying that round kernels without a peel are not suitable - only well-ripened and recently picked from a branch.

In the presence of such seed, the first thing to do is soak it in water for a day. Then tall pots are selected, into which sandy or light clay soil is poured. Only one nut is placed in one pot and covered with a film until shoots appear. Favorable temperature - 23 degrees.Young macadamia needs to form a crown (standard view). It is important to organize high-quality lighting, abundant watering and regular spraying.

When transplanting into open ground, you will need to dig a hole, the size of which will be twice the size of the root system itself.

When choosing a place for the permanent growth of macadamia, give preference to sunny places without drafts. Preparation for winter consists in bending and warming the plant.

The name of the nut came from a botanist named Ferdinand von Muller, who named an amazing and rare plant in honor of his great friend John McAdam. The natives who inhabited Australia gave a different name to the evergreen walnut tree: mullimbimbi, boomer, and even kindal-kindal. If in the modern world macadamia is considered just an expensive nut, then Australians attribute healing properties to it and consider it sacred.