6. Gallstones
The gallbladder is an organ that sits underneath the liver. The liver produces bile and when excess amounts of bile are produced they go into the gallbladder. If not used, this bile can harden and turn into gallstones. When cholesterol levels are high, it can increase the risk of gallstones forming. Cashews contain a good amount of rich monounsaturated fats. This type of fat can help to reduce cholesterol.
This means that by eating cashews you cannot only lower your cholesterol levels but also can reduce the risk of developing gallstones. Since gallstones and cholesterol levels are related, keeping your cholesterol in check is a good way to prevent them from developing. Gallstones can become quite large and also be painful and difficult to pass. If too many forms, the gallbladder may have to be removed. In order to reduce your risk of this developing, add some cashews to your diet to help lower cholesterol.