NUTS AND SEEDS - 4

ALMONDS

Almonds are world's most popular tree nuts. They are highly nutritious and rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Almonds can be eaten as raw or roasted as a snack and it can be added to sweet or savory dishes. They are available as sliced, flaked, as flour, oil, butter and almond milk.

    

HEALTH BENEFITS OF ALMONDS

1. Almonds are a good source of many nutrients

        Almond is a good source of fiber, protein, Unsaturated fat, Vitamin E, Manganese, Magnesium, copper and Vitamin B2.

2. Almonds are Loaded with Antioxidants

        Almonds are excellent source of antioxidants which helps to protect against oxidative stress thus it improves skin health and reduces inflammation.

3. Almonds are High in Vitamin E

        Almonds are the best source of Vitamin E, lowers the risk of heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer's disease.

4. Almonds Controls Blood Sugar Levels

        Almonds are Low in Calories and Carbohydrates this makes almonds a good snack for people with Diabetes. It is rich in magnesium which lowers blood sugar levels and improves insulin function.

5. Almonds Controls Blood Pressure Levels

        Almonds rich in magnesium which helps to manage blood pressure levels.

6. Almonds Can Lower Cholesterol Levels

        Almonds are good source of unsaturated fat which lowers LDL cholesterol and maintains HDL Levels

7. Almonds Helps for Weight Loss

        Almonds are low in carbohydrates and high in protein and fiber which increase the feelings of fullness helps people to eat fewer calories. It also reduces hunger and desire to eat snacks. Consuming almonds shows improvement in waist reduction and overall weight loss.

8. Almonds Prevent Cancer

        Almonds are good source of anti- cancer properties which lowers the risk of breast cancer. 

9. Almonds Improves Heart Health

        Almonds helps to improve fat levels in the blood. It reduces blood pressure and improves blood flow which helps to boost heart health.

10. Almonds Boost Bone and Teeth Health

        Almonds contain Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Copper, Vitamin K, and Zinc which all nutrients contribute to bone and teeth health.