Strengthens muscles

Eating almonds can also lead to more energy and stronger muscles. A handful of almonds has more protein than an egg, and contains energy-boosting manganese and copper, which limit the free radicals that can

hinder mitochondria (the dynamos that power our cells).

Strong brain power

• Almonds are moderately rich in lean protein. Protein not only gives you a boost of energy but also helps repair brain cells thus improving cognitive functions including memory.• almonds are also loaded with nutrients like vitamin B6 which

promotes brain health and vitamin E that slows down the ageing of brain cells that impact memory.

Controls blood pressure

Raw almonds:

 Eating just a handful of truly raw almonds every day can make a significant difference in keeping your blood pressure levels in check.

Almonds during pregnancy

1. Fibre:

The fibre content present in almonds helps in easy digestion, and regulation of bowels. This in turn keeps issues such as constipation at bay. It is recommended to eat enough fiber during pregnancy, and almonds are an excellent choice for the same.2. Vitamin E:

The vitamin E content in almonds helps in healthy formation of hair and skin of your baby. It keeps the mother beautiful too.3. Calcium:

High levels of calcium in almonds reduce the risk of hypertension and pre-eclampsia during pregnancy. Calcium is essential for building strong teeth and bone in your baby.

Reduce heart attack risk• The presence of powerful nutrients like proteins, dietary fibre,

monounsaturated fatty acids [MUFA] and Vitamin E make almonds a rich diet source for combating degenerative diseases such as diabetes and heart diseases.• Nearly 70 per cent of the fat in almonds is monounsaturated – a

suggested substitute to saturated fats to reduce the cholesterol levels.

Weight management

• Almonds are a great source of heart healthy monounsaturated fatty acids, the same kind as those found in avocado and olive oil. • Oleic acid is the primary monounsaturated fat in almonds and it has

been associated with a reduction in unhealthy LDL cholesterol levels and a lower risk of heart disease and breast cancer for women.

Benefits for skin

• Almond oil is a brilliant moisturizer as it contains olein glyceride linoleic acid.• It works to prevent acne, blackheads, as well as arid and prickly skin. • It also provides vitamin E needed for healthy skin. • It helps to bring a glow to your skin and also acts as a mild disinfectant for

wounds.

Helpful for hair growth

• Almond oil is also very useful in treating all kinds of hair troubles. • It helps to curb hair fall and dandruff and prevents greying of hair. It

makes your hair silky and shiny too.

Great for children• It is also used as a massage oil for growing children to aid in their

muscle growth.

• So get started with almonds and add them to your daily diet – as a snack, in a refining smoothie, or in your baking. You can also substitute your regular milk with almond milk and flour with almond flour and enjoy the immense benefits.