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Almonds: Properties and Benefits

The almond is the edible seed of the almond tree, a plant belonging to the family of the peach, the Rosaceae; the tree is about ten meters high and its seeds, almonds, of course, are enclosed in a woody shell in turn contained in a pit.

Generally, the almonds are eaten dried throughout the year and can be found fresh only in spring.

Until the beginning of the last century Agrigento was the first world producer of almonds and in his province were grown more than 700 species; unfortunately, today, things have changed and are drastically reduced areas of cultivation and also numerous varieties of almonds are going to disappear.

Benefits and Curative Properties of Almonds

Almonds, in addition to its highly energy are attributed laxative properties; since ancient times, the almond milk was considered an excellent remedy refreshing the bowel and bladder. Almonds are indicated in cases of malnutrition, as well as highly nutritious food are also a very balanced, and their use is recommended at certain times when the body is in particular need of energy: pregnancy, convalescence, physical activity, and physical overwork intellectual.

Very important is the role of vitamin E which has a crucial in mitigating the risk of heart attacks; the vitamin E, together with the unsaturated fatty, helps to reduce the growth of atherosclerotic plaque in the arteries.

Almonds can therefore be considered a complete food, less fat than nuts, but possessing more stimulating and healing properties.

Almonds Curiosity

Bitter almonds are not suitable for human consumption, in fact, contain a toxic substance, the amygdalin which is off only with a long cooking time; a more bitter almond is more toxic.

If provided with shell, almonds can be stored in a cool and dry place even for a few months, if not in shell, the storage period is greatly reduced and you should preserve them in a tightly closed jar.

The sweet almond oil can be safely used instead of the classic soap; eliminates impurities and does not alter the normal balance of the skin, in addition to being an excellent moisturizing substance.

Not recommended consumption of almonds for those who are prepared to herpes; in fact, contain a particular substance, the arginine, that is able to stimulate the activation of the virus.

Amonds Oil

The sweet almond oil is rich in protein, minerals, vitamin A, and other vitamins of the B group; is an excellent emollient, nutritious and soothing. Suitable for all skin types, fights aging of its cells and is primarily used in case of dry skin; useful in case of measles or chickenpox, where its soothing property reduces the itching.

Almond oil is also useful in case of stretch marks during pregnancy or as a result of a strict diet. In addition to these features, perhaps not everyone is aware of the fact that almond oil can be used to restore vigor and lucidity to dull hair; you can do a wrap with almond oil, 20 minutes long, before washing your hairs.

Almonds: Properties and benefits

Almonds: Properties and benefits

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Almond Milk

Almond milk is an high-energy drink, is made with sweet almonds, some bitter and sugar. It is a food with a large caloric intake, make attention not to overdo the dose ( its taste is very pleasant ), in fact a glass of milk has the same calories as a pound of bananas. It has antidepressant and anti-inflammatory properties, they are refreshing and balancing mood.