100 grams of almonds. Application of almond oil

The almond is unique walnut, which is harvested from a perennial shrub or small tree. Fruits are of particular value to humans and serve as a useful food supplement. Rich chemical composition allows the use of the product in cooking and cosmetology. Walnut light, 1 piece rarely weighs more than 2 g, most often the weight is 1 g. There are several varieties of almonds, each of which is used in different areas. The taste of the product improves after appropriate heat treatment. In order for it to bring only benefits to the body, you should know several features of its selection, storage and use.

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Varieties of almonds

Currently, only two types of almonds are mainly used in cosmetology and cooking, each of which has useful properties:

Bitter look. The product is not suitable for ingestion. Most often used for production valuable oil, liquid soap and various fragrances. Due to its high toxicity, ingestion of the nut can cause serious poisoning.
Sweet variety. Mainly used in cooking as food additive and for the preparation of natural cosmetics. It is used dried and fried.

Unpeeled ripe fruit almond tree is called bod. Usually in this form you can only buy sweet variety walnut.

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Chemical composition

The chemical composition of almonds is unique because it combines many valuable components that have a positive effect on the human body. The following are considered the most useful:

Components	Approximate amount per 100 g of product
vitamins	ascorbic acid - about 2 mg; pyridoxine and pantothenic acid - not less than 0.4 mg; thiamine - 0.30 mg; riboflavin - 0.60 mg; carotene - about 1 mg; niacin - at least 4 mg
Minerals	calcium - 270 mg; phosphorus - not less than 400 mg; magnesium - about 220 mg; iron - 4 mg; zinc - 2 mg; potassium - 740 mg; iodine - at least 2 mg
Cellulose	About 8 g
Fatty acid	omega-6 - 12-13 mg; omega-3 - not less than 0.4 mg
Sahara	Not less than 5 g
Non-essential amino acids	Alanine, serine and tyrosine in the amount of 0.50-0.80 g
Essential amino acids	arginine - not less than 2 g; valine - up to 1 g; leucine - 1-1.5 g
Starch	Approximately 6-7 g
Ash	3-4 g
Water	4-5 g

The energy value or calorie content of the product is high and ranges from 570 to 600 calories per 100 grams. In 1 piece of almond, approximately 6-10 kcal, depending on its weight. The nutritional value represented by the ratio of proteins, fats and carbohydrates (BJU) and is approximately 19/55/14 g for every 100 g of product.

Beneficial features

Despite the high energy value Almonds have many beneficial properties for the human body. The most valuable are the following:

promotes the removal of toxins and toxins from the body;
strengthens the vascular wall, prevents the deposition of cholesterol plaques and is used to treat atherosclerosis;
improves heart function and is used in the treatment of mild heart failure;
normalizes metabolic processes and stimulates them, is used in diet food for weight loss;
regulates blood glucose levels and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of diabetes mellitus;
replenishes iodine deficiency and prevents the development of hypothyroidism;
strengthens bones, serves as a prevention of osteoporosis;
has a sedative effect and is indicated for nervous disorders, frequent stress;
normalizes the amount and composition of gastric juice, is used for gastritis with high acidity;
stimulates tissue regeneration processes;
improves visual function, helps prevent myopia;
renders antioxidant action on cells and tissues;
has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, choleretic, mild laxative and diuretic properties;
replenishes the deficiency of minerals and valuable vitamins;
strengthens the immune system;
improves blood composition, can be used to prevent and treat anemia;
tones the body;
promotes rapid satiety and maintains a feeling of satiety for a long time;
prevents frequent colds and viral illnesses.

The diuretic properties of the product are often used as part of the complex treatment of the kidneys when sand is found in them. Laxative action helps in the treatment of chronic constipation.

For women, almonds are indispensable because they normalize hormonal balance and menstrual cycle, eliminates pain during menstruation, improves the condition of hair, epidermis, nails, composition breast milk. During pregnancy, it strengthens the mother's immunity, compensates for the lack of vitamins, gives vigor, prevents the development of various fetal defects, helps to cope with the symptoms of toxicosis, and the diuretic effect prevents the appearance of edema.

For men, the product is also useful, because it increases endurance and physical strength several times, prevents the formation and helps in the treatment of prostatitis, improves sexual function and prevents its early extinction.

For children, it is useful to use almonds in order to prevent frequent colds and viral ailments, to replenish the deficiency of minerals and valuable vitamins, to normalize the functioning of the brain, memory, and attention.

Contraindications

Despite the many valuable properties for the human body, the product can be harmful to health when misuse.There are several contraindications that will become an obstacle to the use of nuts for food:

recovery period after surgery on the organs of the digestive system;
severe forms of indigestion in combination with reduced motility of the small and large intestines;
age up to 3 years;
severe pathologies of the liver and gallbladder;
colitis, peptic ulcer, acute pancreatitis;

If exceed allowable rate nuts, appear side effects in the form of indigestion, nausea, in some cases vomiting, dizziness, spasms of the smooth muscles of the intestine, exacerbation of chronic ailments of the digestive system, rash, irritation, hyperemia (redness) of the skin.

In people with bronchial asthma and a tendency to allergic reactions, signs of suffocation and fear of death may be added to the symptoms. The condition is life threatening.

In the event of such symptoms, you should immediately contact a specialist and exclude the possibility of further use of the product.

Selection and storage

Only quality product will benefit the body. That is why you should choose the right almonds. It is recommended to give preference to the dried product in sealed packaging. The expiration date is also important, which should be paid attention to. If the product is purchased in shell, it must be intact, without mold and other visible defects.

If the nut is in the shell, it should be properly cleaned with a nutcracker. Do not use a hammer as it can damage the kernels. After removing the shell, soak the nuts in water for 5 minutes. After that, the product can be peeled, which gives bitterness when consumed.

Almonds are stored for a long time at home. In the freezer, this period is more than 12 months, in the refrigerator - almost a year. If the fruit is stored at room temperature moisture must be prevented and sun rays directly to the product. In such conditions, nuts can be stored for more than six months. It is not recommended to keep crushed kernels for a long time, as they lose most useful properties and can acquire bitterness.

Rules of use

The benefits of a nut can only be obtained with its moderate use. healthy person it is not recommended to eat more than 15 pieces per day, which is equivalent to 30 g. For women during menstruation and menopause daily rate is 40 g. During pregnancy, 50 g per day is allowed no more than 3 times a week. At breastfeeding you should first consult with a specialist and start using 5-7 pieces. If the baby does not experience negative reactions, you can increase the dose to 10-15 pieces per day.

An adult and healthy man is allowed up to 70 g of nuts per day. If unpleasant symptoms appear, reduce the amount to 50 g and observe the reaction. Children need 5 pieces per day to maintain immunity and tone the body. People with severe obesity should limit the amount of the product to 30 g per day.

It is strictly contraindicated to eat raw almonds because of high content it contains toxic compounds. Should be used whenever possible dried product Or at least fried. However, it has been proven that roasted almonds lose more than half of their valuable properties.

Essential oil

From bitter varieties of almonds, valuable essential oil, which has powerful regenerating, rejuvenating, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. The product is obtained by cold pressing and is widely used in cosmetology. Regular use of the pure form for hair and skin of the face, body allows you to get rid of acne, dandruff and irritation, prevent baldness, split hair, smoothes wrinkles, tones the skin, protects against the negative effects of environmental factors.

Based on the product, a variety of homemade masks for skin and hair are also prepared. It is often included in various cosmetic products. You can buy oil at a pharmacy. It has almost no color, has a light texture, pleasant aroma walnut and does not stain clothes.

Almond milk

Almond milk is extremely healthy, does not contain lactose, is easily absorbed in the body and does not require pre-boiling. You can buy it in large supermarkets. The product should not be given to children under 10 years of age.

Currently, milk is widely used in cooking. In cosmetology, it is used for hair and skin care as part of homemade masks.

Almond jam

Jam with the addition of almonds is not only tasty, but also very healthy. You can make the product in apricot, cherry or Strawberry jam at the rate of 200 g per liter jar. Before you combine the nuts with the berry mass, boil them in water for 10 minutes, there is no need to grind.

To prepare such a delicacy, you can take dried or raw almonds. For the first option, the heat treatment time can be reduced to 5 minutes. Ready mix rolled into jars according to the usual principle and stored in a cool place.

Almond rich in such vitamins and minerals as: vitamin B1 - 16.7%, vitamin B2 - 36.1%, vitamin B6 - 15%, vitamin E - 164%, vitamin H - 34%, vitamin PP - 31%, potassium - 29.9%, calcium - 27.3%, silicon - 166.7%, magnesium - 58.5%, phosphorus - 59.1%, iron - 23.3%, cobalt - 123%, manganese - 96%, copper - 14%, molybdenum - 42.4%, chromium - 20%, zinc - 17.7%

Benefits of Almonds

Vitamin B1 is part of the most important enzymes of carbohydrate and energy metabolism, providing the body with energy and plastic substances, as well as the metabolism of branched-chain amino acids. The lack of this vitamin leads to serious disorders of the nervous, digestive and cardiovascular systems.
Vitamin B2 participates in redox reactions, increases the susceptibility of color by the visual analyzer and dark adaptation. Insufficient consumption vitamin B2 is accompanied by a violation of the condition of the skin, mucous membranes, a violation of light and twilight vision.
Vitamin B6 participates in the maintenance of the immune response, the processes of inhibition and excitation in the central nervous system, in the transformation of amino acids, the metabolism of tryptophan, lipids and nucleic acids, contributes to the normal formation of red blood cells, maintaining a normal level of homocysteine in the blood. Insufficient intake of vitamin B6 is accompanied by a decrease in appetite, a violation of the condition of the skin, the development of homocysteinemia, anemia.
Vitamin E has antioxidant properties, is necessary for the functioning of the gonads, the heart muscle, is a universal stabilizer of cell membranes. With a deficiency of vitamin E, hemolysis of erythrocytes and neurological disorders are observed.
Vitamin H participates in the synthesis of fats, glycogen, amino acid metabolism. Insufficient intake of this vitamin can lead to disruption of the normal condition of the skin.
Vitamin PP participates in redox reactions of energy metabolism. Inadequate vitamin intake is accompanied by a violation of the normal state of the skin, gastrointestinal intestinal tract And nervous system.
Potassium is the main intracellular ion involved in the regulation of water, acid and electrolyte balance, participates in the processes of carrying out nerve impulses, pressure regulation.
Calcium is the main component of our bones, acts as a regulator of the nervous system, is involved in muscle contraction. Calcium deficiency leads to demineralization of the spine, pelvic bones and lower extremities, increases the risk of osteoporosis.
Silicon is included as a structural component in the composition of glycosaminoglycans and stimulates the synthesis of collagen.
Magnesium participates in energy metabolism, synthesis of proteins, nucleic acids, has a stabilizing effect on membranes, is necessary to maintain calcium, potassium and sodium homeostasis. Lack of magnesium leads to hypomagnesemia, increased risk of developing hypertension, heart disease.
Phosphorus takes part in many physiological processes, including energy metabolism, regulates the acid-base balance, is part of phospholipids, nucleotides and nucleic acids, is necessary for the mineralization of bones and teeth. Deficiency leads to anorexia, anemia, rickets.
Iron is a part of proteins of various functions, including enzymes. Participates in the transport of electrons, oxygen, ensures the flow redox reactions and activation of peroxidation. Insufficient consumption leads to hypochromic anemia, myoglobin deficiency atony of skeletal muscles, increased fatigue, myocardiopathy, atrophic gastritis.
Cobalt is part of vitamin B12. Activates metabolic enzymes fatty acids and folic acid metabolism.
Manganese participates in the formation of bone and connective tissue, is part of the enzymes involved in the metabolism of amino acids, carbohydrates, catecholamines; necessary for the synthesis of cholesterol and nucleotides. Insufficient consumption is accompanied by growth retardation, disorders in the reproductive system, increased fragility of bone tissue, disorders of carbohydrate and lipid metabolism.
Copper is part of the enzymes that have redox activity and are involved in the metabolism of iron, stimulates the absorption of proteins and carbohydrates. Participates in the processes of providing tissues of the human body with oxygen. Deficiency is manifested by violations of the formation of cardio-vascular system and skeleton, the development of connective tissue dysplasia.
Molybdenum is a cofactor of many enzymes that provide the metabolism of sulfur-containing amino acids, purines and pyrimidines.
Chromium participates in the regulation of blood glucose levels, enhancing the action of insulin. Deficiency leads to decreased glucose tolerance.
Zinc is part of more than 300 enzymes, is involved in the synthesis and breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nucleic acids and in the regulation of the expression of a number of genes. Insufficient intake leads to anemia, secondary immunodeficiency, liver cirrhosis, sexual dysfunction, and fetal malformations. Recent studies have revealed the ability of high doses of zinc to disrupt the absorption of copper and thereby contribute to the development of anemia.

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Everyone has heard more than once about delicious and healthy nuts almond. Their calorie content is relatively low, so those who are on a diet do not interfere with getting acquainted with the information.

To start - general information about almonds. Almond is a drupe with a wrinkled or smooth surface that cracks during ripening. It is often referred to as nuts, although in reality almonds are a stone fruit. reach a height of about 8 meters, during flowering, white or light pink flowers appear on them. The fruits have a sweetish or bitter taste. There are two types of almonds - sweet and bitter. There is also a blue almond, this is a rarer variety.

100 grams of these nuts contain: 5 grams of water, 22 grams of protein, 50 grams of fat, 22 grams of carbohydrates, B vitamins (namely B1, B3, B2, B6, B5 and E and various minerals- iron, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and calcium. All these data are for raw. Due to the content of vitamin E, almonds have positive influence on people suffering from anemia, insomnia, convulsions and eye diseases.

How many calories are in almonds? This question worries those people who want to make their diet as healthy as possible, but in no case want to get fat. Nuts and drupes are quite high-calorie fruits. Almonds are no exception, the calorie content of which is approximately 575 kilocalories per 100 grams of product.

Almonds are very widely used in cooking. It is used for food and fresh, and in dried. It is salted and fried vegetable oil. Then fried and salted almonds served with some drinks. Almonds are most widely known as a spice that is added to a variety of pastry products, chocolate products, liqueurs, various sweets and so on. In the manufacture various wines, liqueurs and other alcoholic products, not only the nut itself, but also its shell is used. It is added in order to improve the color of the drink and its aroma.

As a spice, almonds are very important in Chinese and Indonesian cooking - they use them together with citrus fruits as an additive to rice and fried poultry dishes. But in cooking, only sweet is used is not a good seasoning.

Almonds are also used in folk medicine. Almonds are useful for increased or gastric juice, stomach ulcers. People suffering from such diseases should eat this fruit once or twice a day, each time eating at least ten pieces of nuts. Eating almonds in this way should be about a month. Children are prescribed to eat almonds in medicinal purposes with growth retardation, to maintain activity. This is most relevant in early age.

With pleurisy, cough, hemoptysis or sore throat, you can roast almonds with sugar and take them orally - it helps a lot, since it also has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

From almonds, you can even make a simple facial skin care product - a scrub. You just need to mix the crushed dry almonds together with oatmeal and egg white. It turns out natural remedy, made with your own hands, which you can’t buy, moreover, in any pharmacy.

Another aspect is calories. Almonds contain 163 kilocalories in 30 grams. Also, 30 grams of almonds (that's one tablespoon) contain about 14 grams of fat and 4 grams of fiber. A glass of almonds with a volume of 250 milliliters weighs approximately 165 grams and contains 1005 kilocalories. A glass of 200 milliliters weighs about 130 grams and contains 792 kilocalories. Almonds, the calorie content of which is average among nuts, is not contraindicated, and on the contrary, it is recommended for those people who monitor their weight and figure or are on a diet and adhere to strict restrictions in food. Despite average calorie content and the content of fatty acids, from almonds is not recruited excess weight no matter how paradoxical it sounds. Thus, almonds cannot become a forbidden product for losing weight: its calorie content allows you to eat up to 25-30 nut kernels per day and at the same time not be afraid for your figure.

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Almond is a low tree-like shrub of the family Pink, close relative . Almonds are often referred to as almonds, although botanically they are drupes with a leathery shell. Almond kernels are drop-shaped, the skin has a rich brown-orange color, the inside is white, dense and elastic. Almonds are distinguished into bitter and sweet, the first is practically not eaten (contains amygdalin), used to flavor alcoholic beverages or perfumes. Sweet almond has pleasant taste and characteristic aroma, after roasting or drying, the brightness of the aroma is enhanced.

The first mentions of almonds are found in the Bible; the Front and Central Asia. Currently, sweet almonds grow in the Mediterranean countries, the Asian region and California.

sweet almond calories

The calorie content of sweet almonds is 645 kcal per 100 grams of product.

The composition and useful properties of sweet almonds

Almonds contain unsaturated fatty acids that are beneficial for muscle elasticity. Almonds contain, which strengthens the heart muscle and is a preventive measure against atherosclerosis. , V in large numbers found in almonds, is a protection against the occurrence of type II diabetes. Almonds have a low GI and are safe for diabetics. Sweet almonds contain a natural antioxidant that slows down the aging of the body and keeps the skin, hair and nails in perfect condition (calorizator). almond nuts useful for female body, they reduce the negative signs of PMS and are the prevention of breast cancer.

Harm of almonds

The high calorie content of sweet almonds carries the risk of weight gain, so for beneficial effect you need to limit yourself to 5-6 nuts a day. Sometimes there is individual intolerance and allergic reactions to almonds.

When buying almonds, preference should be given to dry whole kernels with no signs of rotting or staleness, as evidenced by the smell of mold or rancidity. It is more useful to buy raw almonds, in order to prevent it, you need to hold it in the oven or in a dry frying pan for several minutes. Fried sweet almond it is stored longer, but it practically does not have useful properties.

Store sweet almonds in a tightly closed glass container, in a dry place at room temperature.

Almond sweet in cooking

Sweet almonds are consumed on their own, as a snack and as an addition to dried fruits and. Almonds are raw materials for, and

Almond 100g rich in vitamins and minerals such as: vitamin B1 - 14.1%, vitamin B2 - 56.3%, vitamin B9 - 22.5%, vitamin E - 173.3%, vitamin H - 34%, vitamin PP - 15 %, potassium - 28.2%, calcium - 26.4%, silicon - 166.7%, magnesium - 67%, phosphorus - 60.5%, iron - 20.7%, cobalt - 120%, manganese - 114 .3%, copper - 100%, molybdenum - 35.7%, chromium - 30%, zinc - 25.7%

Benefits of Almonds 100g

Vitamin B1 is part of the most important enzymes of carbohydrate and energy metabolism, providing the body with energy and plastic substances, as well as the metabolism of branched-chain amino acids. The lack of this vitamin leads to serious disorders of the nervous, digestive and cardiovascular systems.
Vitamin B2 participates in redox reactions, increases the susceptibility of color by the visual analyzer and dark adaptation. Inadequate intake of vitamin B2 is accompanied by a violation of the condition of the skin, mucous membranes, impaired light and twilight vision.
Vitamin B9 as a coenzyme involved in the metabolism of nucleic and amino acids. Folate deficiency leads to disruption of the synthesis of nucleic acids and protein, resulting in inhibition of cell growth and division, especially in rapidly proliferating tissues: bone marrow, intestinal epithelium, etc. Insufficient folate intake during pregnancy is one of the causes of prematurity, malnutrition, congenital deformities and developmental disorders of the child. A strong relationship was shown between the level of folate, homocysteine and the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Vitamin E has antioxidant properties, is necessary for the functioning of the gonads, the heart muscle, is a universal stabilizer of cell membranes. With a deficiency of vitamin E, hemolysis of erythrocytes and neurological disorders are observed.
Vitamin H participates in the synthesis of fats, glycogen, amino acid metabolism. Insufficient intake of this vitamin can lead to disruption of the normal condition of the skin.
Vitamin PP participates in redox reactions of energy metabolism. Inadequate vitamin intake is accompanied by a violation of the normal state of the skin, gastrointestinal tract and nervous system.
Potassium is the main intracellular ion involved in the regulation of water, acid and electrolyte balance, is involved in the processes of nerve impulses, pressure regulation.
Calcium is the main component of our bones, acts as a regulator of the nervous system, is involved in muscle contraction. Calcium deficiency leads to demineralization of the spine, pelvic bones and lower extremities, increases the risk of osteoporosis.
Silicon is included as a structural component in the composition of glycosaminoglycans and stimulates the synthesis of collagen.
Magnesium participates in energy metabolism, synthesis of proteins, nucleic acids, has a stabilizing effect on membranes, is necessary to maintain calcium, potassium and sodium homeostasis. Lack of magnesium leads to hypomagnesemia, increased risk of developing hypertension, heart disease.
Phosphorus takes part in many physiological processes, including energy metabolism, regulates the acid-base balance, is part of phospholipids, nucleotides and nucleic acids, is necessary for the mineralization of bones and teeth. Deficiency leads to anorexia, anemia, rickets.
Iron is a part of proteins of various functions, including enzymes. Participates in the transport of electrons, oxygen, ensures the occurrence of redox reactions and activation of peroxidation. Insufficient consumption leads to hypochromic anemia, myoglobin deficiency atony of skeletal muscles, increased fatigue, myocardiopathy, atrophic gastritis.
Cobalt is part of vitamin B12. Activates the enzymes of fatty acid metabolism and folic acid metabolism.
Manganese participates in the formation of bone and connective tissue, is part of the enzymes involved in the metabolism of amino acids, carbohydrates, catecholamines; necessary for the synthesis of cholesterol and nucleotides. Insufficient consumption is accompanied by growth retardation, disorders in the reproductive system, increased fragility of bone tissue, disorders of carbohydrate and lipid metabolism.
Copper is part of the enzymes that have redox activity and are involved in the metabolism of iron, stimulates the absorption of proteins and carbohydrates. Participates in the processes of providing tissues of the human body with oxygen. Deficiency is manifested by violations of the formation of the cardiovascular system and skeleton, the development of connective tissue dysplasia.
Molybdenum is a cofactor of many enzymes that provide the metabolism of sulfur-containing amino acids, purines and pyrimidines.
Chromium participates in the regulation of blood glucose levels, enhancing the action of insulin. Deficiency leads to decreased glucose tolerance.
Zinc is part of more than 300 enzymes, is involved in the synthesis and breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nucleic acids and in the regulation of the expression of a number of genes. Insufficient intake leads to anemia, secondary immunodeficiency, liver cirrhosis, sexual dysfunction, and fetal malformations. Recent studies have revealed the ability of high doses of zinc to disrupt the absorption of copper and thereby contribute to the development of anemia.