The image of macadamia and other tree nuts is changing as research, dietary trials and population studies demonstrate their importance as part of a healthy diet. This increasing knowledge and understanding of health benefits is likely to alter public perception so that macadamias may be selected primarily for their nutritive and health value apart from their great flavour and texture.

Research from other tree nuts with similar composition is often applicable to macadamias and have been proven to have significant health benefits. The Mediterranean Health Pyramid or diet recommends tree nuts be eaten daily. The good news is you don’t have to think of breaking your diet by eating macadamias. There is increasing evidence that they have a positive effect on many aspects of our health and they are full of important nutrients including monounsaturated fats, proteins, dietary fiber, minerals, vitamins, and phyto-chemicals.

Nutritionists, medical researchers and food scientists are undertaking ongoing research into nutritional and health benefits of macadamias which means available information is being updated.