Health benefits of almonds

 Almonds is a type of nut which is known for its characteristics of retaining memory, lowering down blood pressure,weight loss,etc as it contains huge number of different vitamins,minerals ,anti-oxidants and are packed with health promoting phytochemicals.
Nutrition source Almonds
Nutrition source Almonds


Here are below some health and wellness benefits and some of its nutrition facts :

What are it's health facts and benefits ?

  • A handful of Almonds provides you - NUTIRENTS (dietary fiber 49%,calories 29%,proteins 42%), VITAMINS (vitamin E 131%,riboflavin 60% ,naicin 17%), MINERALS(magnesium 114 %,copper 50%,phosphorus 48%)
  • Almonds are called bundle of nutrients and energy ,they are rich in mono unsaturated fatty acids the that  remain very helpful in lowering down LDL ( Bad cholesterol ) and increasing HDL( good cholesterol) and prevent coronary health diseases and strokes.
  • Awesome source of vitamin E ,calcium,magnesium,high in fiber,riboflavin,niacin and one main compound polyphenol which helps to maintain healthy heart and lowers down risk to heart strokes and diabetes.
  • Vitamin E produced by almonds ,a powerful antioxidant that defends your daily damage and artery clogging.
  • Avoid risk of breast cancer.It has been declared the people who consumes peanuts,walnuts ,almonds remain a way far from breast cancer and colon cancer
  • Almonds work a miracle in maintaining thyroid level .
  • Works awesome in reducing weight and helps to regulate blood pressure.
  • Helps in brain development and prevent Alzheimer's disease.
  • Almonds help to boost energy and immune system,helping repairing brain cells and improves memory retaining g power.
  • Almonds are rich in maintaining skin health and complexion.
  • Almonds helps to prevent osteoporosis and improves bone & teeth health.
  • The carbs in almonds mostly consists of fibers.The fibrous cell walls of almonds contains proteins that act as previous that help in digestion and intestinal health.
  • Almonds helps to strengthen your metabolism.
  • A handful of almonds helps to prevent gallstones or gallbladder disease.

Here find below some facts of nutrition in almonds in percents :

almonds facts and figures
Nutritional Facts of almonds

Why to choose almonds in comparison to other nuts?

Almonds consists of less fats in comparison with other nuts - hazelnuts walnuts,pistachios, cashews etc and of that group ,almonds contains highest level of zinc,phosphorus,magnesium,vitamin E,calcium.

Is there can be any risks involved with intake of  almonds?

There may be risks related to consumption of almonds.some people remain allergic with intake of almonds.Below mentioned are some risks :

  • Stomach pain and cramps
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Itching
  • Problem in breathing
So,these are some benefits and risks associated with almonds.Include nuts in your daily snacks and maintain your good health and skin as youthful.



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