To Your Health
Almonds and Health
ed with vitamin E, magnesium and fibre, almonds are one of the most heart-healthy foods on the market. In fact, the FDA issued a qualified health claim in 2003 that states: "Scientific evidence suggests, but does not prove, that eating 1.5 ounces per day of most nuts, such as almonds, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease.”
A one-ounce, 160-calorie handful of almonds is an excellent source of vitamin E and magnesium. That quantity also provides 12 per cent of your daily protein allowance. Plus, almonds offer potassium, calcium and iron. Some say they’re good at preventing osteoporosis as one ounce or about 20 almonds contain as much calcium as 1/4 cup of milk.
It’s also believed that eating almonds regulates your blood pressure because they’re high in potassium and low in sodium. They also help in keeping your cholesterol levels in check.
If this sounds too good to be true, here’s one more claim: some say they aid in cancer fighting thanks to their vitamin E and other protective nutrients such as calcium and magnesium.
A one-ounce, 160-calorie handful of almonds is an excellent source of vitamin E and magnesium. That quantity also provides 12 per cent of your daily protein allowance. Plus, almonds offer potassium, calcium and iron. Some say they’re good at preventing osteoporosis as one ounce or about 20 almonds contain as much calcium as 1/4 cup of milk.
It’s also believed that eating almonds regulates your blood pressure because they’re high in potassium and low in sodium. They also help in keeping your cholesterol levels in check.
If this sounds too good to be true, here’s one more claim: some say they aid in cancer fighting thanks to their vitamin E and other protective nutrients such as calcium and magnesium.
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Weight Loss
Almonds are the perfect snack for anyone fighting the battle of the bulge. Their protein, fibre and healthy monounsaturated fat contribute to that fuller feeling and work hard at keeping you satisfied when hunger pangs loom. Try munching on a handful as a mid-morning or midday snack. Or consider eating a few about 30 minutes before dinner. You will feel more sated and won’t eat as much.
Also consider drinking unsweetened almond milk for faster weight loss.
Almonds are the perfect snack for anyone fighting the battle of the bulge. Their protein, fibre and healthy monounsaturated fat contribute to that fuller feeling and work hard at keeping you satisfied when hunger pangs loom. Try munching on a handful as a mid-morning or midday snack. Or consider eating a few about 30 minutes before dinner. You will feel more sated and won’t eat as much.
Also consider drinking unsweetened almond milk for faster weight loss.
Almonds & Your Outer Shell
Almonds work wonders on your skin and hair.
Consider almond oil or almond milk for your skincare regime. It moisturizes and leaves your skin smooth and soft. The oil helps relieve itching and dryness and it can ease inflammation and rashes. It also helps relieve dry and chapped lips. Almond oil contains Vitamins A and E that help the production of collagen, which can make the skin look smoother and tighter. The moisturizing Vitamins B1 and B6 are found in the oil as well. Almond oil can also lighten dark spots on the skin.
You can prepare a mixture of almond oil, honey, and lemon juice, and apply this as a face mask once a week. You can soak almonds for a few hours, grind them, and use this paste with milk or rose water as an excellent face scrub.
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