Cashews are rich sources of B-vitamins and are also a great source of essential minerals such as manganese, potassium, copper, iron, magnesium, zinc and selenium. They are packed with soluble dietary fiber and numerous health-promoting antioxidants and phytochemicals that help protect from diseases.  They are great for energy and are abundant in heart-friendly monounsaturated-fatty acids. They contain no cholesterol at all, but they do help lower harmful LDL-cholesterol while increasing good HDL cholesterol.