Almonds - Nutritional value and its health benefits

Almonds are very rich source of vitamin E among vitamins, minerals, nutrients, antioxidants and fibres.

Nutritional value of almonds

 Approximate Value of 30 grams Almonds ( 25 almonds apprx)

 Calories 165 cal
 Carbohydrates 6 grams
 6 grams of protein
 Fat 14 grams

 Vitamins

 Vitamin E
 Vitamin B 12
 Folic acid
 Vitamin B2

Vitamin k

 Nutrients

 Manganese
 Magnesium

Calcium
 Copper
 Iron
 Potassium

Zinc

 Antioxidants

 Polyunsaturated fatty acids
 Flavonoids
 Fibers

 Health benefits of almonds

•  Almonds reduce cholesterol in the blood.
•  Almonds are good for the heart.
•  Almond controls sugar level in the blood.
•  Almond helps in reducing body weight.
•  Almonds are good for the eyes.
•  Almonds protect the skin from aging.
•  Almond prevents cancer.
•  Almond improves the power of the brain.
•  Almond improves haemoglobin level.
•  Almond strengthens the nervous system.
•  Almond removes acne.
•  Almond prevents hair from turning white and improves its growth.
•  Almonds are helpful in reducing stretch marks when its oil apply.
• Almond improve bone health. 

Side effects of eating almonds

Over eating of any food is always harmful to our health. Excessive eating of almonds may cause weight gain and chocking of oesophagus. Kidney stones may develop. Allergy of any food stuff may seen in particular individual.