You can buy natural unpeeled almonds in a convenient 250g bag format, perfect to use and carry easily. Raw almonds are a nut with a lot of uses, both in baking and cooking, and can also be eaten directly without problem: they are delicious!
In addition to its applications and great taste, the beneficial properties of almonds for the body are important, so its consumption regularly in moderation is advisable. Among them are:
- Proteins:Almonds are very rich in protein, containing more than meat. They are therefore an ideal supplement for vegetarian or vegan diets, which may have a deficit of these necessary molecules (although vegetable proteins do not contain all the amino acids that the body needs, so it must be supplemented with other sources).
- Vitamins: They have a significant amount of B vitamins and, above all, E, which is a powerful antioxidant. Therefore, its consumption helps to reduce damage by cellular oxidation.
- Fiber: The almond is one of the nuts that provide more fiber to the body, especially concentrated in the skin. As we know, an important contribution of fiber in the diet is necessary for good gastrointestinal health.
- Minerals: Potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, iron and zinc are the minerals that you can find in this food in order of quantity. It stands out in its contribution of calcium, as it is one of its major vegetable sources.
- Fats: Almonds have a significant amount of fatty acids. Most of these are monounsaturated fats, which with controlled intakes protects the cardiovascular system, and polyunsaturated, necessary for the body and that is not able to produce by itself. Only 3% of this food is saturated fats. Therefore, its consumption is related to a lower rate of cardiovascular diseases.
- Cholesterol: Almonds help to increase and have in healthy limits HDL cholesterol (the 'good'), reducing LDL cholesterol (the 'bad').
- Carbohydrates: It contains mainly slow absorption carbohydrates, those that the body can store. By not having sugar intake does not unbalance their levels, so it is an advisable source of energy especially for people suffering from diabetes.
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