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Monday, November 17, 2014

Almonds -The World's Healthiest Foods




The almond is a nutritionally dense food and is a rich source of vitamin E, containing 26 mg per 100 g. They are also rich in dietary fiber, B vitamins, essential minerals such as magnesium, copper, manganese, calcium, and potassium as well as monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats.


What is in ...?

  • Omega-3 fatty acids: In the diet, omega-3 acids help regulate blood sugars, reduce blood pressure, help reduce body fat, maintain muscle mass, support the immune system and increase energy levels and skin radiance.
  • Magnesium: In addition to helping cells produce energy and protein, magnesium is believed to counter the effects of stress hormones, which can make you age faster and exacerbate acne.
  • Calcium: This mineral helps your cells to absorb nutrients.
  • Antioxidants 
  • Vitamin E
  • Protein

Benefits of Eating Almonds:

Almond is considered a ‘superfood’ due to the presence of high amount of nutrients in it. It is the most nourishing nut available in the market and contains a wide range of vital elements.


Many mothers give almonds soaked in water to their children every morning. Two or three pieces of soaked almonds are enough, and you can also remove the outer shell if it causes allergic reactions, as the majority of the nutrients are not held in the shell.

1. Good for your brain: 


Almonds are a source of many nutrients which help in the development and health of the human brain. Studies have shown that almonds in the diet, as well as almond oil, is nutritive to the overall health and functioning of the nervous system.

2. Regulation of cholesterol: 

Regular consumption of almonds helps to increase the level of high density lipoproteins (HDL) and they reduce the level of low density lipoproteins (LDL). This balance is vital to a healthy cholesterol level, and a reduction of LDL (bad cholesterol) is always a good thing. 

3. Bone Health: 

Almonds are a fantastic source of many vitamins and minerals, and phosphorous is definitely counted among them! Phosphorous can have a considerable impact on the strength and durability of bones and teeth.

4. Good for your heart:


They are good source of protein, potassium and magnesium, which are necessary for a healthy cardiovascular system. Apart from these, almonds are full of vitamin E which, being an antioxidant vitamin, combats several fatal heart diseases. Research has actually shown that people who ingest high levels of Vitamin E are actually 30-40% less likely to contract heart disease.


5. Immune System Strength: 

Almonds are great sources for alkali materials, and this is known to benefit the strength of the immune system.

6. Skin care:


The benefits of almonds in regards to skin health are well known, and almond oil massages are often recommended for newborn babies. Almonds can be used as a natural skin care products at home. Regular consumption and proper external application of soaked almonds can do wonder for your skin.


Almond milk is also added to some soaps, because of almonds well-established reputation of improving the complexion of skin.

7. Anti-Inflammation:

Almonds have two very important fatty acids, both linoleic and linolenic acids. Those fatty acids help to reduce inflammation all around the body, which is a general condition that many people suffer from. Your body can't make these essential fatty acids and, after walnuts, almonds are the best nut source, so keep them on your desk or kitchen bench.The fatty acids also help to reduce the levels of “bad” cholesterol (LDL cholesterol).

8. Beneficial for pregnant women:

As moisture increases the availability of nutrients present in the nuts, they provide ultimate nourishment and energy to both the would-be-mother as well as the fetus. Furthermore, the folic acid content of almonds makes the delivery of baby trouble-free and helps the newborn stay away from any sort of birth-defect.

9. Regulation of blood pressure: 

The potassium present in almonds helps to regulates blood pressure, and almonds are very low in sodium, which helps to control fluctuating blood pressure.

10. Boosts energy: 

The presence of manganese, copper and Riboflavin in almonds helps in energy production and metabolic rate.

11. Prevention of constipation: 


Almonds are rich in fiber, and like most other fiber-rich foods, almonds help prevent constipation.You don’t even need to eat an excessive amount, the amount of fiber in 4 or 5 almonds is enough to keep your digestion.




I hope this information has helped you in understand the benefits of almonds in many ways.

Stay Healthy,

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