HerbHealtH is all about attaining good health via natural & herbal ways. Today, people are well aware of the fact that Herbal alternatives are safe, gentle and work in harmony with the body system as compared to pharmaceutical medicines. The new mantra today is to go natural, as everything around us is too polluted with chemicals and synthetic stuff. The more we use things from Nature's bounty the better it is for our overall health. Let's go back to our roots, by opening up our Grandma's treasure chest box & use what Nature has given us in plenty.

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Health Benefits of Almonds (Prunus amygdalus)

Almonds (Prunus amygdalus) have 90% unsaturated fats, and are high in protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium, folic acid, vitamin B & E, and other antioxidants. Almonds help prevent osteoporosis and are known to regulate blood pressure and sugar levels. The phosphorus in almonds help buid strong bones and teeth.
It also lowers stress levels, reduce the risk of heart attacks, Alzheimer’s disease and cures chronic constipation. Regular consumption of almonds maintains the health of the skin and hair as well. Another nutritional factor that makes almonds so good for reducing body fat is their high levels of protein. Although nuts are high in fat, frequent nut eaters are thinner on average than those who almost never consume nuts. 
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