Almond is a species of tree native to the Middle East, the Indian subcontinent and North Africa. Almond is also the name of the edible and widely cultivated seed of this tree. Shelling almonds refers to removing the shell to reveal the seed. Almonds are sold shelled or unshelled. Blanched almonds are shelled almonds that have been treated with hot water to soften the seedcoat, which is then removed to reveal the white embryo.
Benefits:-
Reduce heart attack risk
- Those who consume nuts five times a week have about a 50 percent reduction in risk of heart attack according to the Loma Linda School of Public Health.
lower bad cholesterol
- Almonds added to the diet have a favorable effect on blood cholesterol levels.
- Its help build strong bones and teeth.
Healthy fats and aid in weight loss
- Although nuts are high in fat, frequent nut eaters are thinner on average than those who almost never consume nuts.
- Ate nuts at least two times per week were 31 percent less likely to gain weight.
Help provide good brain function
- Almonds contain ribloflavin,nutrients that boost brain activity and may also reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Nourish the nervous system
- Help increase high intellectual level and longevity.
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