Is it true that almonds bring down the cholesterol level? Any idea?
By Bala
@balasri (26537)
India
8 responses
@thefortunes (2367)
• Netherlands
7 Oct 07
Yes, I read about it too, and here is the article for you: http://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/blog/Amy_Campbell/A_is_for_Almonds
I am crazy about nuts and eat many, especially wallnuts and sometimes almonds, love the Australian nuts Macadamia, and pecan I love too
TheFortunes
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@thefortunes (2367)
• Netherlands
7 Oct 07
You're welcome Balasri, and always glad to share good info (if I have) it in here :)
TheFortunes
@mimpi1911 (25464)
• India
9 Oct 07
Yes it is, but then, if you take it in moderation. Nuts, specially almonds are good for heart and it's a myth that we should not take nuts at all if we have heart ailments. On the contrary, a handful of almonds keeps you healthy.
So, bala, you can enjoy 10-15 nuts every day!
good luck!
PS: I work with an ace cardiologist in India.
@biggerb (2024)
• India
9 Oct 07
Hi!balasri
I have read an article in a health magazine which recommends almonds to lower cholestrol.It says soak 6 almonds oevernight,first thing in the morning, peel the skin and have the nuts on empty stomach.I do not know why they say the skin has to be removed but that's what the article says.I guess there must be some facts to prove its goodness.Nothing wrong in having it I guess, go ahead and enjoy it.Enjoy your almonds and bring down your cholestrol too both in one go.
@Mirita (2668)
• United States
11 Oct 07
Well, I did some research regarding almonds and cholesterol. A new study shows that Almonds are a
great addition to your diet. They lower cholesterol and are full of antioxidants. Consumption of almonds can lead to decreased risk of cancer, Alzheimer, and diabetes.
@onedollar (781)
• Belgium
8 Oct 07
Not sure but I know drinking soymilk and eating oat malt helps in actively reducing cholesterol
@laylomo (165)
• United States
7 Oct 07
Yes, a few studies have shown almonds will reduce bad cholestrol level. According to the American Heart Association, various universities, and many government programs, LDL (the bad stuff) levels were reduced. Large portions reduce heart disease likelihood by 9.4%, while a small portion will lower it about 4.4%.
It is advised, by the University of Illinois, to eat honey almonds. Honey is known to have the same antioxidant properties as many of its fruit counterparts.
