Editor's Note: Marco of Lessons in Health, a Health Maven subscriber, warned that it's necessary to get whole unpasteurized almonds. Avoid the USDA/FDA mandated pasteurization forced on California almonds. Thanks Marco!
'The other day, I tried a new flavor of cold coffee, with bits of roasted almond. That set me to thinking of how versatile the almond is. Sharing some super useful information and ideas I found on almonds:
The Amazing Health Benefits of Almonds
Just 24 almonds a day—about a handful—can help you maintain good cholesterol. Low in saturated fat, almonds have a proven role in improving heart health.
That magic number, 24 almonds, adds up to 163 calories, 3 grams of fiber, and 6 grams of protein, as well as 37 percent of your vitamin E, 19 percent of your magnesium, and 36 percent of your manganese daily requirements.
The vitamin E in almonds keeps your eyes and skin looking and feeling youthful.'
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