These nuts are naturally radioactive!

Believe it or not, Brazil nuts are naturally radioactive, which is why you should try to keep to the recommended amount of two nuts a day. — dpa

Unsaturated fats, plenty of protein and an excess of selenium for cell renewal – there are plenty of reasons to recommend eating Brazil nuts, which are often included in trail mix and other selections of nuts.

However, consumer protection experts say there can indeed be too much of a good thing when it comes to Brazil nuts, not least because they’re naturally radioactive.