Today is National Almond Day, my favorite nut of all time. Thankfully, in addition to being tasty, almonds also have many health benefits.~ Almonds can help regulate cholesterol. Regular consumption can help reduce your bad cholesterol (LDL) and raise your body's good cholesterol (HDL).
~ Almonds are great for your heart. The Vitamin E found in almonds acts as an antioxidant and can reduce the risk of heart disease. The presence of magnesium in the nut helps us to avoid heart attacks.
~ Almonds are naturally very low in sodium, making them an excellent choice for those with high blood pressure. The potassium they contain can also help regulate blood pressure.
~ Almonds also help in reducing the rise in sugar and insulin levels after meals. This offers protection from diabetes.
~ Almonds contain folic acid, which helps to reduce birth defects in newborns, making almonds a great snack during pregnancy.
~ Almonds can provide us with an energy boost. The presence of manganese, copper and Riboflavin helps in energy production.
The American Heart Association recommends 4 servings of healthy, raw nuts (like almonds) per week for good heart health. Besides just snacking on a handful, almonds are also a great replacement for cheese and croutons in a healthy salad. They are also a perfect topping for your morning bowl of oatmeal or your afternoon yogurt.
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