Nuts, including almonds, are definitely back in favor as
they are a powerhouse of nutrition. Most
nuts are a good source of fiber protein and healthy fats. You will see in the
chart below that all nuts are NOT created equal. My two top favorite nuts are
almonds and walnuts.
While almonds contain a significant amount of fat,
researchers have determined that the type of fat in almonds, monounsaturated
fat, is known to be a good fat. Almonds can be beneficial in preventing
cardiovascular disease by lowering LDL levels, preventing after meal rises in
blood sugar and may help you with weight control/weight loss. Aside from healthy fats, almonds are an
excellent source of protein and contain vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant;
potassium, a mineral many Americans do not consume enough of; and the trace minerals-
magnesium (my favorite), manganese and copper.
There are many ways to include almonds in your diet including almond
milk, almond butter, and the whole nut variety.
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