Diet, Cholesterol & Almond Connection
THE CHOLESTEROL & ALMOND DIET CONNECTION
These packed-with-fiber little nuts may hold a key in opening up unclogged veins. Although high in fat, it's of the monounsaturated variety which translates into controling serum cholesterol.
Other benefits of almonds include: fair amounts of the nutrients zinc, folate, potassium, calcium; they are also a very good source of magnesium (aids in regulating blood pressure), contain minimal sodium, and zero cholesterol.
Almonds are also very satisfying and may curb appetite - another very good reason to incorporate these golden nuts into your healthy diet.
Health Notes:
Almonds contain oxalic acid so they should be restricted by individuals with calcium-oxalate stones. Some individuals may be allergic to almonds. Side effects include: hives and headache. If you are allergic to aspirin, you may experience a reaction to the natural salicylates contained in almonds.
As long as salt isn't added to the nuts, roasting and toasting doesn't drastically alter their nutritional values.
A one-ounce serving contains about 170 calories, 6 grams of carbs, 2 grams of fiber, and 15 grams of fat.
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