Vitamins in Almonds – Vitamin E, Riboflavin, Iron and Magnesium.
Almonds are rich in vitamin E, they are also a good source of riboflavin, Iron and Magnesium.
Because they have higher monounsaturated fats they may help reduce LDL bad cholesterol while preserving the HDL good cholesterol. Almonds are also an integral part of low sodium heart healthy diet. 1 ounce serving of almonds contains 3 grams of fiber.
It is important to exercise caution while eating too many almonds since like other nuts they are high in calories.
You can eat Almonds in variety of forms – natural almonds are sold with their skin intact, blanched almonds are sold with skin removed. You may also get sliced natural or blanched natural almonds. There are many specialty almonds – bitter almonds (are poisonous and are used only in processed forms), green almonds are the actual fruits and contain almond seeds and Mediterranean variety called Jordan almonds has a very rich taste.
Almond recipe ideas: you can try using almond butter instead of peanut butter in your favorite recipes. Add almonds to pasta dishes. Grind the blanched diamonds and create a smooth paste.
Mix it with milk and sugar for taste. Watch out for high calorie content of almonds when consuming in large quantities.
Almond health benefits:
- Hair loss prevention by mixing amla juice and almonds and massaging over scalp. This hair loss remedy prevents graying of hair and thinning of hair.
- Skin Rejuvenation using almond face pack. Prevents dry skin, black heads and a good long term cure for acne.
- Almonds contain Iron and Magenesium making them useful supplement for treatments of anemia.
- Constipation remedy : eating almonds or mixing almond paste with warm milk at nighttime helps sound sleep.
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