Eating Almonds Could Help You Stay in Shape    [13-04-2012] Do you enjoy eating almonds? If you don’t, you should start eating them often. They provide a diverse range of health benefits. A recent study showed that almonds can even help you maintain a healthy weight! So, when you feel like eating a snack, grab some almonds instead of potato chips or cookies! Almonds are one of the most nutritious nuts. They are rich in vitamins and minerals that help keep your body healthy. Almonds are wonderful sources of vitamin E, protein, and fiber. They also contain calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, and the essential fatty acids omega-3 and omega-6. Eating almonds is very good for your heart. They have no cholesterol. They help you maintain lower cholesterol levels. Low cholesterol levels make you less likely to develop heart disease. Almonds also strengthen the tooth enamel and bone structure. Almonds can also help you lose weight. They are a healthy snack. This is because they help you feel full. So eating almonds can help you avoid eating unhealthy foods. American researchers at Purdue University in Indiana found in their recent study that eating whole almonds make you feel full longer. “Eating a handful of almonds in the morning could help people lose weight by suppressing their appetite for the rest of the day,” said Professor Richard Mattes, who led the study. “You will feel full after eating almonds. So you are less likely to eat unhealthy snacks during the day. Therefore, enjoying almonds will help you maintain a healthy weight.” Almonds are easy to enjoy and available year-round. They are a fantastic topping for salads, ice cream, and yogurt. For maximum health benefits, eat 23 almonds a day. Make sure to include almonds in your breakfast to reduce the amount of snacks you eat during the day!     출처: 어린이 영자신문 키즈타임즈 (www.kidstimes.net)