Almonds are high in antioxidants, vitamin E, protein, and fiber. Almonds may have health benefits. Including supporting heart health and reducing blood pressure, among others.
Almonds are the edible seeds of Prunus dulcis, more commonly called the almond tree.สมัคร UFABET
They are native to the Middle East, but the United States is now the world’s largest producer.
The almonds you can buy in stores usually have the shell removed, revealing the edible nut inside. They are sold either raw or roasted.
They are also used to produce products like almond milk, oil, butter, flour, paste, or marzipan.
Almonds boast an impressive nutrient profile. A 1-ounce (oz), or 28-gram (g), serving contains:
- Fiber: 3.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 14 g (9 of which are monounsaturated)
- Vitamin E: 48% of the daily value (DV)
- Manganese: 27% of the DV
- Magnesium: 18% of the DV
- a decent amount of copper, vitamin B2 (riboflavin), and phosphorus
This is all from a small handful, which has 164 calories and 6 grams of carbohydrates, which includes 3.5 grams of fiber.
It is important to note that your body does not absorb about 6% of the fats in almonds because this fat is inaccessible to digestive enzymes.
Almonds are also high in phytic acid, a substance that binds certain minerals and prevents them from being absorbed by the body.
While phytic acid is generally considered a healthy antioxidant. It also slightly reduces the amount of iron, zinc, and calcium your body absorbs.