Health Benefits of Almonds, raw, with skins

1. Cancer-fighting
2. Lower LDL (bad cholesterol) and raise HDL (good cholesterol)
3. Reduce risk of heart disease
4. Help control blood pressure
5. Help normalize blood sugar
6. Help with weight control
7. Reduce inflammation
8. Alkalize the body
9. Protect against Alzheimer's
10. Strengthen immune system
11. Good for skin
12. Increase brain activity
13. Nutritive to overall nervous system
14. Help protect cell membranes from damage
15. Rich with antioxidants
16. Protect against UV damage
17. Contain an array of powerful flavonoids
18. Boost energy
19. Improve muscle function
20. Reduce hunger
21. Help prevent constipation
22. Strengthen bones
23. Help prevent gallstones
24. Provide healthy fats
25. Provide 6 grams protein per serving
26. Provide 3.5 grams fiber per serving
27. Very good source of vitamin E, manganese, biotin, and copper
28. Good source of magnesium, molydenum, riboflavin (vitamin B2), and phosphorus

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References:

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/8-health-benefits-of-almonds-king-of-nuts.html

https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/seed-and-nut/health-benefits-of-almonds.html

http://www.livescience.com/51627-almonds-nutrition.html

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/269468.php

http://www.livestrong.com/article/299318-raw-almonds-health-benefits/

http://authoritynutrition.com/9-proven-benefits-of-almonds/

http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=20