Almond nuts

Question
Dear Rafael

I can't find the right category and also I want the opinion of a qualified person. I hope you'll answer my question. There has been some info lately on almond nuts and its health benefits on major diseases such as cancer, heart etc.

I'll like to know as general knowledge, is there any benefit in consuming raw almond nuts and if so, what is the quantity amount a person should take?

Thank you. Your reply is very much appreciated.

Regards

Chan


Answer
Hey James

A one and a half ounce handful of almonds is a leading source of vitamin E and magnesium and offers protein, fiber, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and iron in 246 calories. Also, almonds (and other nuts) contain phytochemicals, which are plant chemicals that may provide powerful protection against heart disease, stroke, and other chronic diseases.

Almonds may lower LDL (aka 揵ad) cholesterol, and they seem to help block the body抯 absorption of both fat and carbohydrates. This has numerous implications for diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. The fiber structure of almonds may be the mechanism behind this phenomenon, and this reduces the calories available from the almonds themselves. Almonds may slow the actual absorption of the carbohydrates into the body, which means that they help to create a slower rise in blood sugar levels ?and therefore help to keep insulin levels in check.

Almonds also have greater levels of satiety, that is, satisfaction or fullness from food. This may be due to the high fiber content of the almonds, and this greater satiety leads to an overall satisfaction of hunger that can help people to maintain a healthy weight

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