Nuts are a diabetic-friendly treat that are low in sugar, cholesterol and sodium, free of eggs and dairy, but high in protein. These low-carb raw almonds in a shell contain plenty of fiber, folate and Vitamin E and can actually contribute to a lower risk of heart disease...
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 4.0 starsNuts are a diabetic-friendly treat that are low in sugar, cholesterol and sodium, free of eggs and dairy, but high in protein. These low-carb raw almonds in a shell contain plenty of fiber, folate and Vitamin E and can actually contribute to a lower risk of heart disease and bad cholesterol, according to studies. They will stay fresh for up to a year when refrigerated or stored in a freezer.
Generally, women tend to abstain from consuming nuts and dry fruits during pregnancy due to their high heat and fat content
The truth is, almonds are completely safe to consume during pregnancy. Rumours and myths that eating nuts during pregnancy can cause nut allergies in babies lack a scientific basis. The only reason to avoid them is when you are allergic to them. If you are allergic to almonds or nuts in general, please consult a doctor before adding them to your diet. But if you were not allergic to them before pregnancy, chances are you will not be allergic even during pregnancy.
However, please note that excessive intake of raw almonds has been linked in some reports to premature delivery. Thus, consuming in moderation is paramount.
A safe and healthy way to consume almonds is by soaking them in water and peeling the skin before consuming. The skin contains tannin, a compound used to keep the nutrients locked in the almond. Peeling off the skin will release the nutrients. Enzymes useful for digestion are also released when the almonds are soaked.
• Almonds may improve cholesterol levels.
• A number of small studies have found that eating an almond-rich diet can reduce “bad” LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol and oxidized LDL cholesterol, which is particularly harmful to heart health.
• However, one larger study combined the results of five other studies and concluded that the evidence is insufficient to suggest that almonds undoubtedly improve cholesterol.
• Nevertheless, almonds consumed as part of a low-calorie diet may aid weight loss and lower blood pressure in people who are overweight or obese.
• In addition, eating a meal with one ounce (28 grams) of almonds may help lower the rise in blood sugar that happens after a meal by as much as 30% in people with diabetes but not significantly in healthy people.
• Moreover, almonds have been shown to reduce inflammation in people with type 2 diabetes.
• Finally, almonds may have a beneficial effect on your gut microbiota by supporting the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, including Bifidobacteria and Lactobacillus.
| Calories /100g | Energy (Kcal) | Fat (g) | Protein (g) | Sugars (g) | Carbohydrates (g) | Fiber (g) | salt |
| 588 | 589 | 50 | 20 | 3.3 | 10 | 13.3 |
