Macadamia Nuts—for Good Health Macadamia nuts are the only
native Australian plant to be cultivated as a food crop. The
unique flavour and crunchy texture of the macadamia is now
enjoyed all over the world as a healthy snack and recipe
ingredient. Discovered South of Brisbane in 1828 the Macadamia
has been a prized delicacy of Australia's Indigenous people for
thousands of years. Macadamias are considered the world’s finest
nut and are the only native Australian plant to become an
international food. Their delicate flavour, versatility and
crunchy texture make them a delight to consume. Also they
contain a range of nutritious and health promoting constituents
and form an important part of a healthy diet. A balanced diet
containing macadamias promotes good health, longevity and a
reduction in degenerative diseases. The good news is you don’t
have to think of breaking your diet by eating macadamias. There
is increasing evidence that they have a positive effect on many
aspects of our health and they are full of