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Eat Four Almonds Daily to Get these Amazing Results on Your Body

The crunchiness of dry fruits adds to the deliciousness of many food delicacies and desserts. One of the most loved dry fruits in the world is Almond. A great source of protein, vitamins, and fiber, almonds can help in reducing so many health problems like cancer, heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.

Updated on: 1 February, 2020 9:14 AM IST By: Nikita Arya

The crunchiness of dry fruits adds to the deliciousness of many food delicacies and desserts. One of the most loved dry fruits in the world is Almond. Almonds are not only delightful to eat but have many health benefits too. A great source of protein, vitamins, and fiber, almonds can help in reducing so many health problems like cancer, heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. 

While there are so many benefits of eating almonds, most people are not habitual of eating this excellent dry fruit on a daily basis. We can only find them in the garnishing of other food items. But, did you know that eating almonds daily can bring revolutionary changes in your body? Just eat four almonds a day and the results might give you a pleasant surprise.  

 Benefits of almonds

Say Hi to Good cholesterols with Almonds 

Not all cholesterols are bad. Some are not a foe but friends to our bodies. LDL cholesterols are of two types, good and bad. While bad cholesterols are responsible for bad heart health while good cholesterols can help in getting rid of heart diseases and complications like heart attack, stroke and peripheral artery diseases. Eating four almonds a day can help you in adding up the good cholesterols. You can reduce up to 10% of bad cholesterols by consuming just 4 almonds a day!

Almonds for Shiny & Silky hair  

Almonds are largely abundant in Vitamin E. Vitamin E has antioxidant properties and are considered very beneficial for hair. The daily intake of almonds can help in the regular growth of hair as they contain magnesium and zinc. While Vitamin E helps in reducing hair fall by relieving oxidative stress, Vitamin B in almonds thickens the strands and gives natural luster. 

Bye-Bye to Premature Aging 

Age is just a number for many, but what if you can get rid of the signs of aging? I am sure no one would deny it. By eating four almonds daily, you can! Almonds contain manganese, which is mainly responsible for; producing collagen. Collagen is a connective tissue within the skin that makes skin tight and smooth. The vitamin E content also helps in preventing the skin from damage as they absorb UV radiation from the sun, reducing dark spots and wrinkles. 

Shed Weight Faster 

If you are looking for something that can add to your motivation of shedding weight, then make eating almonds your mantra. Though almonds consist of fat and calories, they can help in reducing weight faster. How come? Well, studies show that eating almonds can reduce the feeling of appetite when eaten between meals. This can help in resisting the cravings for unhealthy food. So, it's a healthier option of snacking! 

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