 History of the Almond and why it's so good for you! Historians maintain that almonds, mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible, were among the earliest cultivated foods, being found in excavation sites in both Cyprus and Greece.
Spain and the United States are the two main producers of almonds. However, production of almonds in Spain has decreased considerably during the last years, while in the United States, it has increased rather quickly, probably due to the Almond's health appeal.
Once considered too fatty to be a healthy snack, research has shown that Almonds are actually the most nutritious of all nuts.
*They lower blood cholesterol levels-one study proved that 3 oz per day can lower cholesterol up to 14 points!
* 90 percent of the fats in almonds are unsaturated
*They are high in protein, fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E, and other antioxidants
* Almonds help prevent osteoporosis and regulate blood pressure
*They are an excellent source of zinc, selenium, copper, phosphorus, biotin, riboflavin, niacin and iron.
*Munching on almonds helps people feel satisfied and less inclined to overeat at dinner!
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