BENEFITS OF ALMOND SEEDS



Benefits of ALMOND seeds


EVIDENCE-BASED HEALTH BENEFITS OF ALMONDS

Almonds are among the world’s most popular tree nuts.

They are highly nutritious and rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

1. ALMONDS DELIVER A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF NUTRIENTS.

Almonds are the edible seeds of Prunus dulcis, more commonly called the almond tree.

Almonds boast an impressive nutrient profile. A 1-ounce (28-gram) serving of almonds contains (1):

*Fiber: 3.5 grams

*Protein: 6 grams

*Fat: 14 grams (9 of which are     monounsaturated)

*Vitamin E: 37% of the RDI

*Manganese: 32% of the RDI

*Magnesium: 20% of the RDI

They also contain a decent amount of copper, vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and, phosphorus.

This is all from a small handful, which supplies only 161 calories and 2.5 grams of digestible carbohydrates.

It is important to note that your body does not absorb 10–15% of their city because some of the fat is inaccessible to digestive enzymes


#2 ALMONDS ARE LOADED WITH ANTIOXIDANTS.

Almonds are high in antioxidants that can protect your cells from oxidative damage, a major contributor to aging and disease.


#3 ALMONDS ARE HIGH IN VITAMIN E.

Almonds are among the world's best sources of vitamin E. Getting plenty of vitamin E from foods is linked to numerous health benefits.


#4 ALMONDS CAN ASSIST WITH BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL.

Almonds are extremely high in magnesium, a mineral that many people don't get enough of. High magnesium intake may offer major improvements for metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.


#5 ALMONDS CAN LOWER CHOLESTEROL LEVELS.

Eating one or two handfuls of almonds per day can lead to mild reductions in “bad” LDL cholesterol, potentially reducing the risk of heart disease.


#6 ALMONDS PREVENT HARMFUL OXIDATION OF LDL CHOLESTEROL.

“Bad” LDL cholesterol can become oxidized, which is a crucial step in the development of heart disease. Snacking on almonds has been shown to significantly reduce oxidized LDL.


#7 EATING ALMONDS REDUCES HUNGER, LOWERING YOUR OVERALL CALORIE INTAKE.

While nuts are low in carbs, they are high in protein and fiber. Studies show that eating almonds and other nuts can increase fullness and help you eat fewer calories.


THE BOTTOM LINE

Almonds contain lots of healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium, and vitamin E.


The health benefits of almonds include lower blood sugar levels, reduced blood pressure, and lower cholesterol levels. They can also reduce hunger and promote weight loss.

All things considered, almonds are as close to perfect as a food can get.


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