Here's what happens to your body when you have almonds every day

Almonds are not just a great snack to munch on when your hunger pangs take over but also have several health benefits. Having a handful of almonds every day can do wonders to your body without you even noticing.

Published on: Oct 27, 2021 9:46 AM IST

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Here are six reasons why you should have almonds every day in the morning on an empty stomach. (Unsplash)

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Get your cholesterol levels under control: Having a handful of almonds every day can balance high-density lipoprotein (HDL, "good") and low-density lipoprotein (LDL, "bad") cholesterol.  (Unsplash)

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Manage blood sugar levels: It is important to keep your blood sugar levels in check. Almonds are low in sugar and carbohydrates and high in magnesium so having an ounce of almonds will help maintain your blood sugar levels. (Unsplash)

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Help lose weight: Almonds are low in carbohydrates, but high in fibre and protein. They contain good fats so you do not have to worry about gaining having these nuts. But remember, do not eat more than required a day. (Unsplash)

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Lower blood pressure: People with high blood pressure should include almonds in their diet since they contain magnesium, which is great in reducing blood pressure levels. (Unsplash)

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Help combat depression: Almonds contain an amino acid called tryptophan so when paired with a source of vitamin B6, it can help boost mood and reduce depression symptoms. (Unsplash)

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Help build stronger bones: We often ignore our bone health when we talk about overall health. Keeping your bones healthy as well is very important and almonds can help do the job. Almonds are packed with calcium, magnesium, manganese, copper, vitamin K, protein, and zinc which contributes to boosting overall bone health. (Unsplash)