Nutrients in Brazil nut
In one serving: 1 nut
One nut covers the daily selenium need. Do not eat them by the handful every day.
Share of the daily amount
| Nutrient | Amount | women 19–50 | men 19–50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selenium | 78 mcg NIH | 142% | 142% |
| Copper | 90 mcg | 10% | 10% |
| Magnesium | 19 mg | 6.1% | 4.8% |
Values marked NIH were checked against the food tables of the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements; the others are approximate and unchecked. Real foods vary with variety, brand, soil and cooking.
Dishes that use it
- A guava and one Brazil nut
General information for healthy people. It does not diagnose, treat or replace advice from a doctor, pharmacist or dietitian. Not reviewed by a clinician.
Page updated: 2026-10-08 · By Prof. E. Shalaan, Applied Sciences and AI (ASAI)