Almonds, magic cereal ... for good health
Almonds are plants of the Rose family (ROSACEAE), native to the Middle East and South Asia. Stems about 4 to 10 meters high, the leaves are wavy edges, the flowers have 5 petals, white or light pink. The raw fruit is green. When it is brown Seeded Popular to eat almond seeds Which is available for sale both with shell and without shell
Almonds contain vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber. Or about 24 seeds, providing a total of 160 calories, with 1 gram of saturated fatty acids, 13 grams of unsaturated fatty acids and 6 grams of protein. Almonds are now known as one of the foods that are beneficial to health in many ways.
The good benefits of almonds.
- Helps to lose weight Due to the fact that almonds have good fats (HDL) can help reduce bad cholesterol (LDL), reduce cholesterol in the blood. The research from leading institutions in America and Europe found that Eating 1 handful per day can reduce the level of bad fat by 4.4%, while eating 2 hands a day can reduce the level of bad fat by 9.4%. In addition, having protein, fiber, vitamins helps the metabolism to work. Get better Having low carb, high protein, and high fiber foods makes you feel full faster and longer. Anyone who wants to lose weight, burn fat, lean body, eat almonds together with exercise and enough rest. Is a good choice
- Helps to prevent cardiovascular disease. Almonds with good fats (HDL) help lower blood cholesterol levels. And contains vitamin E, magnesium and potassium Which has antioxidant activity with arginine, magnesium, copper, manganese, calcium and potassium Helps oxygen and various nutrients circulate in the blood well. Makes eating almonds help in the prevention of cardiovascular disease
- Helps control blood sugar levels Eating almonds Contributes to a balanced blood sugar control Which will slow down the rate of glucose release into the bloodstream not too quickly Therefore not causing the blood sugar to rise higher Can also reduce the risk of developing diabetes.
- Nourishing the brain, preventing memory loss Riboflavin and L-carnitine Contributes to the maintenance of the nervous system and brain. In addition, iron, copper, and vitamins in almonds also help stimulate the production of hemoglobin in red blood cells. Resulting in the blood flow system to feed the brain efficiently The brain is lacking in oxygen.
- Nourish the skin and reduce wrinkles Almonds contain vitamin E. And many types of antioxidants Therefore helping to maintain healthy skin And can reduce wrinkles Almond oil is very gentle and very irritating. Therefore can be used on baby skin
Besides Eating almonds has also been helpful in eye care. Stimulate good bacteria in the intestines. Good for the digestive system and digestive system Nourish bones and teeth Helps the body recover from exhaustion quickly
How to eat almonds? To benefit
- Should eat about 1 handful of almonds or 24 seeds a day, without consuming too much In order to get the right amount of energy, good fat (HDL), dietary fiber, protein and vitamins and good for health.
- Almonds are arranged as snacks instead of general snacks that contain fat. High sugar content such as cakes, potato chips, by controlling the amount in the previous section Almonds are high in calories and fat. If eating too much May cause the risk of high cholesterol as well.
- Choose to eat products that contain ingredients or made from almonds, such as almond milk, yogurt mixed with almonds. Or adding almonds to the main meal To increase nutrition
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