Kolkata, Amar Shakti: It has been a long standing tradition in India to start the day with almonds. Our mothers and grandmothers have always insisted on including almonds in our daily diet. These nuts are rich in 15 essential nutrients like vitamin E, magnesium, zinc, iron, calcium and protein. These elements are essential to maintain your overall health. National Almond Day is celebrated every year on 23 January to tell about the benefits of eating almonds. Its purpose is to tell about the different benefits of eating almonds and to explain the importance of including a handful of almonds in your daily diet.
Almonds are a storehouse of nutrients: Sheela Krishnaswami
Sheela Krishnaswamy, Nutrition and Wellness Consultant says, almonds are a storehouse of nutrients. Many researches done on a large scale also confirm its many healthy benefits. Apart from helping in controlling cholesterol and glucose levels, it is also helpful in weight control. With 15 essential nutrients including healthy fats, protein, some vitamins and minerals, almonds are a great everyday staple. Including almonds in a health-oriented diet not only improves the taste but also improves health with every bite.
Eating almonds as a snack relieves stress
Almond Board of California celebrated National Almond Day through a campaign. In this, it was advised to eat 23 almonds every day and many health benefits of these nuts were explained. The campaign also involves a partnership between health experts and influencers to spread awareness about the benefits of including almonds in the daily diet. Talking about the benefits of almonds, fitness expert and celebrity master instructor Yasmin Karachiwala says, “As a fitness trainer, I constantly try to understand my clients’ exercise routines and recovery methods. Eating almonds as a snack increases leg-back strength, speeds up recovery after exercise, and relieves fatigue and stress. This shows the importance of including simple but effective nutritious options like almonds in the diet and I suggest the same to my clients.”