{"id":331310,"date":"2010-02-17T13:05:10","date_gmt":"2010-02-17T18:05:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/green.yahoo.com\/blog\/ecomii_healthy_living\/81\/almonds-are-good-for-the-heart.html"},"modified":"2010-02-17T13:05:10","modified_gmt":"2010-02-17T18:05:10","slug":"almonds-are-good-for-the-heart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mereja.media\/index\/331310","title":{"rendered":"Almonds are good for the heart"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Almonds, almonds, good for your heart, the more you eat the more you \u2026 lower your LDL cholesterol, improve your complexion and digestion, and reduce your risk of cancer.<\/p>\n

If you are looking for a simple and healthy snack while you\u2019re on the run, then go on and grab a handful of almonds.\u00a0 Once considered a food that is high in fat, research shows that this fat is monounsaturated, which actually helps reduce the risk of heart disease.<\/p>\n

Almonds are also high in protein, and jam-packed full of fibre, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E, and other antioxidants<\/a>. And as a bonus, supplementing your diet with whole foods<\/a>, such as almonds, is a delicious way to lighten your eco-footprint<\/a> with less processing and packaging<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Commonly referred to as a nut, almonds are actually the seed of a fruit native to the Middle East.\u00a0 Almonds can be found year-round in grocery stores and markets worldwide as they are now cultivated along the shores of Europe, Africa, and most commonly in California.<\/p>\n

Popular almond forms and snacks<\/strong><\/p>\n

The popularity of almonds is not limited to their raw form.\u00a0 Known for their sweetness, almonds have been used for centuries in delectable desserts and baked goods. As they are low in carbohydrates, almonds can be made into flour, which is an excellent baking alternative, especially if you are sensitive to wheat or gluten-intolerant.<\/p>\n

Similar to soymilk, almond milk is becoming increasingly popular, especially for folks who are lactose-free or vegan.\u00a0 Finally, an excellent alternative to peanut butter is almond butter, which is found to be less salty and, better yet, it can be eaten in places that are otherwise \u201cpeanut-free.\u201d<\/p>\n

So, if you\u2019re looking for a snack that\u2019s nutritious and delicious, give almonds a chance.\u00a0 Here are some quick and easy almond snack ideas:<\/p>\n