North India Statesman
[ad_1]
Almonds are not only delicious and rich in nutrition, but now scientific research has also revealed that it can be helpful in reducing the risk of diabetes and heart disease especially in Asian Indians. A recently published study gives information that consuming almonds daily can provide many benefits such as blood sugar control, reduction in bad cholesterol and improvement in intestines.
Positive effect on cholesterol
A team of researchers and doctors, while analyzing chronic studies on almond cardiometabolic health, concluded that almonds are helpful in reducing LDL (bad cholesterol) and increasing the intestinal beneficial bacteria. It improves heart health as well as balances digestion.
Beneficial for heart health and intestines
The study has been published in a journal called ‘Current Development in Nutrition’. This study proves that almonds are a favorable and balanced diet option not only for the heart, but also for the intestines.
Particularly beneficial for Asian Indians
Dr. Anoop Mishra, who heads the Fortis Center for Diabetes, Obesity and Cholesterol and National Diabetes Obesity and Cholesterol Foundation, said that the study is especially useful for the Asian Indian community, where the rate of cardiometabolic diseases is increasing rapidly.
Improvement in blood sugar and BP
Research found that eating almonds reduced an average of 5 units in LDL cholesterol, while diastolic blood pressure also dropped from 0.17 to 1.3 mmHg. For people with pre-diabetes, this fasting can prove to be helpful in reducing blood sugar and HBA1C.
Does not increase weight, maintains the balance of energy
The study also mentioned that regular intake of almonds does not increase weight, but it helps in keeping the energy level balanced by controlling hunger. According to Dr. Mishra, almonds with balanced nutrition and regular physical activity can also be helpful in the process of weight loss.
Married people often forget things… ‘What does research say?’ Learn
