The trees are a member of the same family as poison ivy, and like poison ivy, cashew plants contain a toxin called urushiol. It's found in the plant itself and the brown oil inside a nut's shell.

“Various precedent studies have shown the common potential of cashew plant parts, either apple, shell, or nut in reducing body weight, adiposity, and lipid-lowering capacity in human and animal ...

If you're looking to grow a cashew tree from seeds in your garden, here’s a simple step-by-step guide with helpful tips.

Over the years, there has been a continuous increase in the global production and consumption of cashew nuts; however, their byproducts (such as pulp and shells) are not effectively utilized.