Almonds, a source of Omega 3, are good for the heart and blood vessels. Omega 3 prevents blood clots and vessel stiffness, lowers blood pressure and reduces the risk of heart disease in diabetics. Almonds are an antioxidant rich in vitamin E and help slow down aging. The calcium they contain lowers the cholesterol in the blood and helps prevent bone loss. The magnesium they contain helps alleviate premenstrual syndrome symptoms, such as tension, bloating, mood swings, headaches, sugar cravings, sleep deprivation, fatigue and dizziness. Almonds contain pulp, and the bigger the pulp intake the lower the risk of developing coronary heart disease.
