The Cerrado Journal
Everything worth knowing about baru nuts
Free, in-depth guides on the nutrition, science and origin of this Brazilian Cerrado superfood — written for curious eaters, athletes and the plant-based curious.
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Baru Nuts & Antioxidants: The Cerrado's Hidden Superfood Power
Why wild baru nuts pack more polyphenols and vitamin E than almonds — and what that means for inflammation, recovery and ageing.
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Fiber in Baru Nuts: Why They Beat Almonds, Walnuts & Cashews
13 g of fiber per 100 g — more than almonds, nearly double walnuts, four times cashews. Here's why that matters for your gut.
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Baru Nuts Protein: 26% Plant Protein From the Brazilian Cerrado
Baru is 26% protein — higher than almonds, walnuts and cashews. Here's the amino acid profile and how to actually use it.
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The Science Behind Baru Nuts: What the Studies Actually Show
Peer-reviewed research on baru is small but consistent: better lipids, better antioxidant status, no weight gain.
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The Origin Story: A Short History of Baru Nuts & the Cerrado
Wild Dipteryx alata trees, indigenous knowledge, and how a forgotten Cerrado nut became a global superfood.
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