Life is hectic. We rush here, there, and everywhere, and sometimes we feel as if we are going nuts! We should look after our health – we all know that! But do we do it? And how do we do it? Here is a little help …
Almonds are a superfood! Why should we eat them?
Almonds are an excellent source of calcium
If the one thing you are in short supply of is calcium, then almonds are one of the most important supplements we should be encouraged to eat, no matter our age. Our calcium stores get depleted fast! As always the best way to up your calcium intake is that natural way. A handful of almonds is a food source of natural calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and other essential minerals to maintain and strengthen our bones.
Almonds are packed with fibre
Almonds are low in carbs and are a good source of protein and fibre, which is important for gut health. You hear it all the time, “you can’t eat too much fibre”! When we think of fibre, we tend to go straight to our usual choices of grains, high-fibre breads and cereals. They can be great, but why not add almonds?
Almonds contain the good fats
Almonds have high levels of monounsaturated fats, and these are the good fats, so don’t be shy to enjoy small portions of almonds as part of your daily meals and snacks. They help to lower bad cholesterol and increase the good cholesterol.
Almonds are versatile
Almonds can be served in so many ways.
- You can eat them as is
- Roasted or raw
- Add to your cereal, oats, granola, muesli or any of your breakfast choices
- Include in your baking
- Sliver them yourself, or buy them slivered and sprinkle
- Add to your smoothies
- Add to your salads
- Use almond flour instead of regular flour