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Almonds

 

25g of almonds contains: 170 Calories, 6g Protein, 7g Carbohydrate (3g Dietary Fibre, 0.06g Soluble Fibre, 2.4g Insoluble Fibre, 2g Sugar), 15g Fat (1.5g Sat, 10g Mono, 3g Poly)

Vitamins E, B1, B2, B3, B6, B7, B12

Potassium, Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorous, Zinc, Copper

Researchers at Purdue University have published a study in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition that shows that snacking on almonds helps in reducing hunger while improving dietary vitamin E and fat intake without increasing body weight

Benefits of eating almonds 5 times a week (in no particular order)

  • Reduced heart attack risk
  • Lowers bad cholesterol
  • Protect artery walls from damage
  • Helps to build strong bones and teeth
  • Provide healthy fats and aid in weight loss
  • Lower the rise in blood sugar and insulin after meals
  • Improved brain function
  • Nervous system nourishment
  • Alkalise the body
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