Art of Diet

Health Benefits of Almonds

Almond, Prunus dulcis belongs to the family of Rosaceae in the Plantae kingdom.

Looking at its wide nutritional platter it should occupy an essential part in your daily diet. They are low in carbohydrates, high in protein and fibre. They are also rich in omega -6 fatty acids. It is best to focus your diet on getting a good balance of omega-3, -6 and -9 fatty acids. The best omega -6 omega -3 ration is 4:1. Omega -9 fatty acid is produced by your body.

Almond contains the following minerals: calcium, potassium, sodium, magnesium, manganese, iron, phosphorous, zinc and copper.

It also provides the following vitamins: folate, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin A and vitamin E.  Almonds are excellent source of antioxidants that protect the cell from damage of free radicals.

Almonds due to their high level of magnesium content can assist with blood sugar control and also can help in lowering blood pressure. Heart healthy diet includes almonds. They lower LDL (bad cholesterol) level in your blood and they also protect LDL from oxidation, which is a critical step in the development of heart disease. So almonds play a major role in treating and preventing the progression of heart disease.

Conclusively snacking on almonds may possibly be one of the best choices you can make.