Almonds: Benefits, How to Eat, How much to Eat and much more

Almonds are very popular among nuts. Almost every one of us consumes Almond. It shows tremendous health benefits when being taken regularly as a part of the diet.

These brown tiny seeds are very nutritious.

Know much more about it.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS

A 1 ounce (28gms) of almonds contains

• Calories: 164
• Fat: 14.2g
• Sodium: 0mg
• Carbohydrates: 6.1g
• Fibre: 3.5g
• Sugars: 1.2g
• Protein: 6g

Almonds are a rich source of vitamin E, copper, magnesium, and high-quality protein, They also contain high levels of HDL (High-Density Lipoproteins), healthy unsaturated fatty acids along with high levels of bioactive molecules (such as fiber, phytosterols, vitamins, other minerals, and antioxidants).

Almonds can endure our neurological problems, cardiovascular disease, skin disease, and hair loss problems.

Before knowing the health benefits of almonds in details we should know how to take almonds in our daily diet.

HOW MANY ALMONDS TO TAKE? 

We should take around 1.5 ounces of almonds daily, which contains 25-30 almonds. 

Some people cannot digest almonds because of the Brown covering of almonds.
Brown cover of almond contains Tanin. Tanin is an enzyme antagonist which interferes the digestive process and can be problematic for some people. So it’s better to remove the brown covering of almonds before we eat.

HOW TO TAKE ALMONDS?

You can soak almonds overnight and take it in the morning. It’s suggested that one should remove the brown cover over it. If you never had Almonds before in your life you can start munching with 4-5 Almonds.

With passing time you can increase the count to 9-10 daily.

BEST TIME OF EATING ALMONDS?

Mornings are the best time to have Almonds and nourish the real benefits of Almonds. Adding almonds in breakfast is said to be a great choice of a healthy breakfast.

Almonds contain a high amount of protein and fibres, which gives the feeling of fullness in the tummy and helps in maintaining energy the whole day.
You can have almonds 30 mins before hitting the gym and about an hour after post-work-out.

Health experts highly recommend that we should avoid having Almond while sleeping. As it can have a more adverse effect on our body.ROASTED or NATURAL ALMOND?Health experts suggest we should consume more roasted almonds than natural almonds to gain more health benefits of almonds

HEALTH BENEFITS

• Improves Memory

We also acknowledge almonds as brain food. With the richness of vitamin E, vitamin B and DHA, it prevents cognitive decline, improves memory and boosts the alertness. It also prevents Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s kinds of disease.

• Maintains Sugar Levels

According to the reports of the American dietetic association, Almonds contain low carbs, high protein, and fibres. It maintains the sugar level of our body and prevents metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes mellitus.

• Maintains Weight

A study determined that consuming 1.5 ounces (42gms) of almonds daily in our diet lowers the LDL known as the bad cholesterol of our body and improve the HDL in our diet. It also helps in maintaining body weight and reduce the bad fat from our body.

• Almonds and cancer 

Almonds contain abundant antioxidants and vitamin E. They have anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing properties.
According to the Reports published by the Gynecological and Obstetric investigation in 2015. Almonds help to diminish the risk of breast cancer by about 13 times.

• Almonds and blood pressure.

According to the American heart association reports, almonds lower the blood pressure and reduces the risk of a heart attack, heart stroke and kidney failure. The properties of magnesium help in maintaining our blood pressure.

• Maintain our calorie intake

Almonds are rich in fibres and protein so it helps to fulfil our 1/8th protein requirement of a day. It keeps us full of energy the whole day and provides a feeling of fullness. So, ultimately we eat less and our calorie intake reduces.

AGE GROUP WHO CAN EAT 

Any age group of people can consume almonds. If it’s taken in the proper amount or at a proper interval of time, it detoxifies our body, improves immunity, maintains our cholesterol level, provides strength to our bone improves skin and even our hairs too.

WHO SHOULD AVOID ALMONDS

The patients who are suffering from stone problems like kidney stones or gallstones should avoid consuming almonds. As almonds contain a high amount of oxalate, which enhances your stone more rapidly.
Rest kids and adults allergic to it, our health experts recommend them to avoid having it.

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