What is a nut?
Botanically, nuts are classified as a fruit that has a single edible seed with a hard, inedible outer shell. (3)
Botany defines a nut as a type of hard seed that is indehiscent (does not split when matured). (2)
What do nuts contain?
phytates
What are types of nuts?
acorns (1)
almonds (1)
baru nuts (1)
black walnuts (1)
brazil nuts (1)
chestnuts (1)
hazelnuts (1)
hickory nuts (1)
macadamia (1)
marcona almonds (1)
peanuts (1)
pecans (1)
pili nuts (1)
pine nuts (1)
pistachio (1)
sacha inchi (1)
tiger nuts (1)
English walnuts (1)
Resources
1. https://www.nutritionadvance.com/types-of-nuts-complete-guide/
2. https://www.gardeningdream.com/what-is-the-difference-between-a-nut-and-a-seed/
3. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/are-nuts-fruits#fruits-vs-vegetables
