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Sincerely Nuts White Jordan Almonds, 2 LB Bag Health Benefits Of Almonds There are tons of options out there for snacks ? fruit, chips, cookies, pretzels and more. Almonds provide a fantastic and healthy extra little boost to get you through to the next meal. They?re high in protein, so they can fill you up faster than other foods. They also have many potential health benefits: Regulates High Blood Pressure: Almonds are rich in magnesium, with a quarter-cup serving containing 15% of the recommended dietary intake. This hard-to-get mineral is pivotal in preventing hypertension, which if not managed, can lead to heart attacks, strokes and kidney failure. Blood Sugar Regulation: According to a study by the American Diabetes Association, consuming a diet rich in nuts such as almonds, without significant changes to lifestyle, can lead to better control of blood sugar. This is due to the healthy nutritional profile of this nut that consists of low carbohydrates, high fiber and healthy monounsaturated fats. Antioxidant Rich: A 23g serving of almonds contains 40% of the recommended dietary intake of Vitamin E, making them one of the best sources of this nutrient in the natural world. Vitamin E is regarded as a powerful antioxidant, preventing the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol that causes narrowing of the arteries. Energy Production: With an RDI of 27% manganese and 26% copper, almonds boost energy production in the body. These two minerals are cofactors of oxidative enzymes, which neutralize free radicals in the mitochondria, opening up energy pathways in the body. The riboflavin content also helps energy levels by attaching to flavoproteins, increasing oxygen-based energy production.
