Almonds 150g

Description

Thanks to their high protein and fibre content and low carbohydrate profile, almonds are ideal for diabetics. Almonds also contain many beneficial nutrients and omega-6 fatty acids, which are essential for brain function and development.

Eating almonds helps to reduce bad cholesterol levels. Potassium, monounsaturated fats, vitamin E (antioxidant), magnesium ensure healthy heart function. Thanks to their high fibre content, almonds alleviate constipation problems and the cooperation between proteins and fibre helps you feel fuller for longer, which helps prevent overeating. Because of their low sodium content, eating nuts does not increase blood pressure. Omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E ensure a beautiful complexion.

Almonds are very nutrient-dense and contain healthy fatty acids. Almonds contain up to 20 per cent protein and are a good source of potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc and vitamin E. They are also a good source of vitamin E.

Almond protein is highly digestible and contains a complete set of amino acids, surpassed only by soy foods. Almonds are one of the richest sources of calcium of all plant foods, containing 247 mg of calcium per 100 g, much more than in milk. Almonds are also notable for their phosphorus content – 520 mg per 100 g. This is more than enough for calories.

Almonds contain significant amounts of vitamins B1 and B6, but vitamin C is relatively low.

This product bears the Food and Veterinary Office label: EE-ÖKO-03.

Further information: http://et.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandel