Almond Health & Nutrition

Almonds and a healthy heart

Research tells us that almonds are a healthy choice. Almonds contain "good" monounsaturated fat - also found in olive oil and avocados. Studies show that diets which replace saturated fat with monounsaturated fat, are beneficial for heart health. Almonds also contain phytosterols, which are plant compounds that help support heart health.

A 30g serve of natural or unsalted almonds are Heart Foundation Tick approved

Nutritional Benefits

Almonds are extremely high in Vitamin E. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant, this means that it protects our cells from damage, helping to maintain a healthy heart and blood vessels. Vitamin E also works best in foods that contain some good dietary fat, like almonds, to help its absorption.

There are several different forms of Vitamin E, but one in particular, called alpha-tocopherol, can meet all the body’s Vitamin E requirements on its own. And guess what? Almonds are one of the best food sources of alpha-tocopherol.

Just a small handful of almonds (30g) provides over half your daily vitamin E requirements. Almonds really are a natural Vitamin E powerhouse!

Almonds are also low in sugar and are a low GI food. Eating low GI foods provides sustained energy. Almonds are Gluten free.

A handful of almonds everyday* supports your heart health

*When replacing foods higher in saturated fat

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Figures from Nuts for Life Ready Rekoner 2009 - www.nutsforlife.com.au
and NUTTAB 2006 - www.foodstandards.gov.au