Almonds Health benefits

Health benefits of almonds are enormous as it has got many nutritional factors. This nut can be used for curing health problems like cough, constipation, anemia, diabetes, heart problems, impotency and many respiratory problems. Along with these benefits, almond will provide good dental care, hair and skin. This nutritional nut can be found predominantly in Saudi Arabia, Syria, Iran, Israel, Turkey, Jordan and Lebanon. When compared to many other nuts available, almond is highly enriched with vitamins and nutrients like magnesium, phosphorous, vitamin E, copper, calcium, niacin, zinc, iron and selenium.

Almond is available in two flavors i.e, bitter and sweet. Sweet almond is edible and bitter almond is used for manufacturing almond oil which is used for flavoring food. Most of the people eat raw almond whereas some of them use it as an ingredient for salads. It is highly preferred to eat the almond in empty stomach so that nutrients can be absorbed completely. Common methodology used for eating almond is to soak them over night in water and eat it in early morning. Almond milk is also rich source of nutrition and has got same benefits as of raw almond. Some of the health benefits of almond are explained below.

1.  They reduce heart attack risk.
Almonds contain minerals like potassium, folic acid, protein, mono saturated fats and vitamin E. Hence eating them can significantly reduce your chances of heart diseases

2.  They lower ‘bad’ cholesterol.
Almonds added to the diet have a favorable effect on blood cholesterol levels, according to a clinical study by Dr. Gene Spiller, Director of the Health Research and Studies Center, Inc.

3.  They protects artery walls from damage.
It was found that the flavonoids in almond skins work in synergy with the vitamin E, thus reducing the risk of heart disease (Research at Tufts University).

4.  Almonds help build strong bones and teeth.
The phosphorus in almonds helps make this possible.

5.  They provide healthy fats and aid in weight loss:

Like blueberries and pomegranates, almonds are superfoods that can help reduce weight significantly. Drink unsweetened almond milk for faster weight loss.

6.  Almonds lower the rise in blood sugar and insulin after meals.

7.  Brain growth

Almond contains many nutrients which will help for the development of brain cells. It will increase the intellectual ability and hence it is highly recommended for growing children.

8. They help provide good brain function.
Almonds contain riboflavin and L-carnitine, nutrients that boost brain activity and may also reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

9. Pregnancy aid

During pregnancy it is highly recommended for consuming food containing enormous vitamins and nutrients. Almond is the best source as it has the got many vitamins for growing fetus and also for mother. Folic acid present in almond will play a very good role as it will reduce many defects in the new born babies.

  

10. They nourish the nervous system.
According to Ayurveda, almonds help increase high intellectual level and longevity.

11.  They alkalize the body.
Almonds are the only nut and one of the few proteins that are alkaline forming.  When your body is not alkaline enough, you risk osteoporosis, poor immune function, low energy and weight gain.

12. Prevent constipation

Almond is rich in fiber which will helps for proper movement of bowel. This will help to clear the intestine and also helps to be fit and healthy. It is highly recommended to drink more water soon after consuming almond to cure constipation.