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cashews
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Trigger checker for cashews
See cashews rated across every trigger — FODMAP, histamine, salicylate, oxalate, tyramine and more — plus diet compatibility, all in one quick ingredient profile.
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What cashews contains
FODMAPs
Histamine & Amines
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Irritants
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Where cashews fits
Therapeutic diets
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What to know about cashews
Blended into cashew cream, dairy-free cheese or a curry base, cashews turn a whole recipe into a trigger. They are high in oxalate, high in nickel, high in lectins and high FODMAP from their GOS, and because vegan cooking uses a full cup soaked and blended, the dose gets large fast. A splash of cashew cream can push an otherwise gentle dish over the line even when the rest of the plate is clean.
Watch for
- High in oxalate, and cashew-based creams and cheeses use a big blended portion, so the oxalate dose adds up quickly
- High in GOS, which makes a creamy sauce a hidden FODMAP source in an otherwise low-FODMAP meal
- High in nickel and lectins, both worth watching if you react to those
- Truly raw cashews are never sold, the shell holds urushiol (the poison-ivy compound), so shop cashews are always steamed
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FAQ
What does the FODMAP rating mean for cashews?
High FODMAP: consider smaller servings or swap within the same group.
Is cashews generally well tolerated?
Tree Nuts (Avoid) and Oxalates (Avoid) Start with those if you react.
What should I check next?
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