500grams of Organic Activated Almonds
Almonds are
- Rich in protein, iron, copper, zinc, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, vitamins E and B1, and antioxidants.
- Sky-high in Vitamin E – a fat soluble anti-oxidant that improves functioning of immune cells.
- GOOD FOR THE BRAIN, HEART, NERVOUS SYSTEM, DIGESTION and support good blood pressure.
- Beneficial for improving digestion. The Institute of Food Research in the UK found that the skin of an almond acts as a pre-biotic and is therefore a food source of good bacteria in the digestive tract
- One of the most balanced nuts and seeds (alongside sesame, pumpkin and sunflower seeds) as other nuts are reported to be acid forming.
- Interestingly 20 per cent protein and, weight for weight, they have a third more protein than eggs!
- Shown to assist with cardio vascular health. Almonds naturally contain no cholesterol and help to regulate cholesterol in our bodies by reducing LDL (‘bad’) cholesterol and increase HDL (‘good’) cholesterol.
- Anti-inflammation, immune boosting and liver supportive qualities have also recently been published in various medical journals.
http://welladjusted.co/blog/2012/08/08/the-power-of-nuts/