Almond

Possible benefits of the almond:

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Agricultural origin: China

  • Allergens 
  • Wheat: possible cross contamination
  • Gluten: possible cross contamination
  • Eggs: none
  • Milk: none
  • Nuts: present

Nutritional values ( per 100 grams according to the supplier ) 

  • Energy: 2508 Kj / 600 Kcal 
  • Fat: 53 g / of which saturated: 5.1 g 
  • Carbohydrates: 3.9 g / of which sugars: 3.5 g 
  • Fibres: 12.6 g 
  • Protein: 22.34 g 
  • Salt: 0.03 g 

Cholesterol

Eating almonds may lower overall cholesterol levels. Almonds are high in fat, but it is unsaturated fat. This type of fat does not increase the risk of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or “bad” cholesterol. In moderation, the American Heart Association (AHA) note that unsaturated fats may improve a person’s blood cholesterol status. In addition, almonds contain no cholesterol. A study from 2005 suggests that consuming almonds may:

increase vitamin E levels in the plasma and red blood cells and lower overall cholesterol levels. According to these researchers, vitamin E is an antioxidant that can help stop the oxidization process that causes cholesterol to clog the arteries. Further studies have found similar results. Authors of a 2018 review note that the nutrients in almonds may help boost or maintain levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) or “good” cholesterol. They advised people to consume around 45 grams (g) a day of almonds to protect heart health.

Cancer risk

A 2015 study looked at nut consumption and cancer risk. The authors identified a two to three times lower risk of breast cancer among individuals who consumed higher quantities of peanuts, walnuts, and almonds, compared with those who did not. They concluded that “peanuts, walnuts, and almonds appear to be a protective factor for the development of breast cancer.”

Heart disease

Almonds, along with other nuts and seeds, may help improve lipid, or fat, levels in the blood. This can benefit heart health. In a study from 2014, scientists found that almonds significantly increased the levels of antioxidants in the bloodstream, reduced blood pressure, and improved blood flow. The participants were all healthy males from 20–70 years of age who took 50 g of almonds per day for 4 weeks. The researchers believe this may be due to:

vitamin E, healthy fats, and fiber, which help a person feel full and to the antioxidant impact of flavonoids.

Vitamin E

Almonds contain relatively high levels of vitamin E. Vitamin E contains antioxidants, such as tocopherol. One ounce (28.4 g) of plain almonds provides 7.27 milligrams (mg) of vitamin E, which is around half a person’s daily requirement. Vitamin E and other antioxidants help prevent oxidative damage in the body. This damage can occur when too many free radicals accumulate. Scientists have also tentatively linked a higher vitamin E intake with a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. A 2016 review notes that one antioxidant in vitamin E, alpha-tocopherol, may play a role in reducing the risk of cancer. However, more studies are needed to confirm this as findings have been contradictory overall.

Supports weight control

Almond are low in carbohydrates but high in protein, healthful fats, and fiber. According to research appearing in 2015, eating almonds as a mid-morning snack can leave a person feeling full for some time. People consumed either 28 g (173 calories) or 42 g (259 calories). The extent to which the participants’ appetites remained low was dependent on the quantity of almonds they consumed.

Increases bone health

Almonds contain calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper, vitamin K, protein, and zinc, all of which contribute to bone health.

Source reference

We have consulted scientific studies to substantiate additional information. You can find the source here:

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