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Side-by-Side Comparison Nuts, Seeds & Kernels

Almonds (Raw Unsalted) vs. Brazil Nuts (Raw)

Comparing 2 standards across 12 specifications. 12 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Almonds (Raw Unsalted)
Brazil Nuts (Raw)

Almonds (Prunus dulcis) are nutrient-dense tree nuts. Per 100g raw, they provide 579 kcal, 49.9g healthy fats (31.6g MUFA), 21.2g protein, 21.6g carbohydrates (12.5g fiber / 9.1g net carbs), and 25.6mg vitamin E (171% DV).

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Brazil nuts (Bertholletia excelsa) are large Amazonian tree seeds with the highest selenium concentration of any commonly eaten food, though actual content varies widely by growing region. Per 100g, they provide 659 kcal, 67.1g fats (24.6g MUFA, 20.6g PUFA, 16.1g saturated), 14.3g protein, and a lab-average 1,917µg selenium (3,485% DV) -- a handful per day is a sensible ceiling, not a target.

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Specification Comparison Table

12 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
579 kcal 659 kcal
Total Fat
49.9 g 67.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA)
31.6 g 24.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA)
12.3 g 20.6 g
Saturated Fat
3.80 g 16.1 g
Protein
21.2 g 14.3 g
Carbohydrates
21.6 g 12.3 g
Dietary Fiber
12.5 g 7.50 g
Net Carbohydrates
9.10 g 4.80 g
Magnesium
270 mg 376 (90% DV) mg
Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol)
25.6 (171% DV) mg
Selenium
1,917 (3,485% DV as a lab average -- actual content varies widely, often 10x or more, by growing region/soil) µg