The cashew seed is often considered a nut in the culinary sense; this cashew nut is eaten on its own, used in recipes, or processed into cashew cheese or cashew butter. Like the tree, the nut is often simply called a cashew.
 
BENEFITS:
 
Contrary to the popular belief that it can make you gain fat, a considerable amount of cashews in your diet can provide you with many health benefits -
Heart Health.
Prevents Blood Disease. 
Protects the Eye. 
Good for the Skin. 
Weight Loss. 
Source of Dietary Fibres. 
Healthy and Shiny Hair.