Benefits of almonds Benefits of eating almonds

　　Benefits and functions of almonds:

　　Eliminate phlegm and relieve cough； Relieve asthma ； Soothing intestines ； Lower Qi and open numbness

　　Sweet almond is a healthy Food, moderate consumption can not only effectively control the cholesterol content in the human body, but also significantly reduce heart disease and various chronic diseases. sexually transmitted diseases risk of disease. Vegetarians can consume sweet almonds to replenish protein, trace elements and vitamins, such as iron, zinc and vitamin E. The fat contained in sweet almonds is essential for healthy people and is a heart-healthy high unsaturated fat. Studies have found that if you eat 50 to 100 grams of almonds (about 40 to 80 almonds) every day, you will not gain weight. Sweet almonds are not only high in protein, but the large amount of fiber in them can reduce hunger, which is beneficial to weight maintenance. Fiber benefits intestinal tissue and may reduce the incidence of bowel cancer, cholesterol levels and the risk of heart disease. Therefore, obese people choose sweet almonds as snacks to achieve weight control. Recent scientific research also shows that sweet almonds can promote skin Microcirculation makes the skin rosy and shiny, which has beautifying effects.

　　The nutritional value of apricots is very high, and the nutritional value of almonds is even richer. Almonds are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, which are good for heart health ； Contains antioxidants such as vitamin E, which can prevent disease and premature aging. Almonds contain 27% protein, 53% fat, and 11% carbohydrates. Each 100 grams of almonds contains 111 mg of calcium, 385 mg of phosphorus, and 70 mg of iron. It also contains a certain amount of carotene, ascorbic acid, and amygdalin.

　　It is said that Xin Shixun, a Hanlin scholar in the Ming Dynasty, once went out and stayed at the Qingcheng Mountain Taoist Temple. A Taoist taught him a secret recipe for longevity. He asked him to eat seven almonds a day. If he kept eating, he would reap great benefits. The Hanlin followed this recipe and persisted until he was old, still light and healthy, with sharp ears and eyes, quick thinking, and longevity.

　　Nutritional value:

　　Almonds are divided into two types: sweet almonds and bitter almonds. Almonds produced in southern my country are sweet almonds (also known as southern almonds). They taste slightly sweet and delicate. They are mostly used for food. They can also be added as raw materials to cakes, cookies and dishes. They have the effects of moistening the lungs, relieving coughs, smoothing the intestines, etc., and have a certain alleviation effect on dry coughs without phlegm and chronic coughs due to lung deficiency. ； Almonds produced in the north are bitter almonds (also known as northern almonds). They have a bitter taste and are mostly used for medicinal purposes. They have the effects of moistening the lungs and relieving asthma. They are good for people suffering from colds. cold Caused by excessive phlegm, cough , asthma and other symptoms are significantly cured； However, you should not take too much bitter almond at one time, and it is appropriate not to exceed 9 grams each time.

　　The Chinese medicine classic "Compendium of Materia Medica" lists the three major functions of almonds: moistening the lungs, clearing away food accumulation, and dispersing stagnation. Qingjishi means that almonds can help digestion and relieve constipate symptom； "Modern Practical Chinese Medicine" records: "Almonds taken internally have a laxative effect and have a nourishing effect. ”For the elderly and frail people with chronic constipation, taking almonds is more effective.

　　Sweet almond is a healthy food. Moderate consumption can not only effectively control the cholesterol content in the human body, but also significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and various chronic diseases. Vegetarians can consume sweet almonds to replenish protein, trace elements and vitamins, such as iron, zinc and vitamin E. The fat contained in sweet almonds is essential for healthy people and is a heart-healthy high unsaturated fat. Studies have found that if you eat 50 to 100 grams of almonds (about 40 to 80 almonds) every day, you will not gain weight. Sweet almonds are not only high in protein, but the large amount of fiber in them can reduce hunger, which is beneficial to weight maintenance. Fiber benefits intestinal tissue and may reduce the incidence of bowel cancer, cholesterol levels and the risk of heart disease. Therefore, obese people choose sweet almonds as snacks to achieve weight control. Recent scientific research also shows that sweet almonds can promote skin microcirculation, make the skin rosy and shiny, and have beauty effects.

　　Almonds are rich in protein, fat, sugar, carotene, B vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin P, calcium, phosphorus, iron and other nutrients. The carotene content is second only to mango among fruits, and people call it an anti-cancer fruit. Dabian is rich in fat and oil, which has the effect of lowering cholesterol. Therefore, Dabian has a good effect on preventing and treating cardiovascular system diseases. ； Traditional Chinese medicine theory believes that Dabian has the effects of producing body fluids, quenching thirst, moistening the lungs and calming asthma, and is often used for the health care and treatment of patients with dryness of the lung, asthma and cough. A latest study by American researchers shows that people with normal or slightly higher cholesterol levels can replace low-nutrient-dense foods in their diets with flatbread to lower blood cholesterol and maintain heart health. Researchers believe that a variety of nutrients rich in almonds, such as vitamin E, monounsaturated fat and dietary fiber, can effectively reduce the risk of heart disease. The total cholesterol level of 85 middle-aged and elderly volunteers in the sample (average age 56 years old) decreased by 7.6%, and the low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level decreased by 9%. It also did not cause weight gain.

　　1. Bitter almonds can relieve coughs and asthma, moisten the intestines and relieve constipation, and can treat lung diseases, coughs and other diseases.

　　2. Sweet almonds and the daily dried fruit almonds are moisturizing and have a certain lung-tonifying effect.

　　3. Almonds are also rich in flavonoids and polyphenols, which not only reduce cholesterol levels in the human body, but also significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and many chronic diseases.

　　4. Almonds also have beautifying effects, which can promote skin microcirculation and make the skin rosy and shiny.

　　5. Almonds also have anti-tumor effects. The anti-tumor effects of almonds are mainly due to the fact that bitter almonds contain a biologically active substance, amygdalin, which can enter the blood and specifically kill cancer cells, but has no effect on healthy cells, so it can improve late-stage disease. cancer symptoms and prolong patient survival. At the same time, because it is rich in carotene, it can resist oxidation, prevent free radicals from attacking cells, and has the effect of preventing tumors!

　　Eat with caution

　　Correct consumption of almonds can achieve the effects of producing body fluids and quenching thirst, moistening the lungs and relieving asthma, smoothing the intestines and laxatives, and reducing intestinal cancer. There are many ways to cook almonds. They can be used to make porridge, cakes, bread and other types of food. They can also be combined with other condiments to make delicious dishes.

　　Although almonds have many medicinal and edible values, they should not be eaten in large quantities. Almonds contain the toxic substance hydrocyanic acid (100 grams of bitter almonds decompose to release 100 to 250 mg of hydrocyanic acid. The lethal dose of hydrocyanic acid is 60 mg. The hydrocyanic acid content of sweet almonds is about one-third that of bitter almonds), and overdose can cause poisoning. Therefore, it must be soaked in water several times and heated and boiled before consumption to reduce or even eliminate the toxic substances in it. ； Pregnant women, young children, people with excessive heat constitution and patients with diabetes should not eat apricots and their products.