February 11, 2015
There are some that like to say that almonds are one of the world’s most healthy foods. And based on the many studies done of almonds and their links to a better you – they may indeed be one of the world’s most healthy food. According to the FDA, consuming 1.5 ounces a day of most nuts, like almonds, may decrease the risk of heart disease. Almonds are high in monounsaturated fats, the same type of fats as found in olive oil, which have been linked with reduced risk of heart disease. Almonds contain manganese, copper and Riboflavin which support energy and metabolic rate.