Almond nut prevents heart attack, diabetes – Expert

Mrs Aisha Abdullahi, a Nutritionist with a private hospital in Asokoro, Abuja, on Tuesday, said consuming almond nut helps reduce the risk of heart attack and diabetes, among other diseases.

She said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja.

According to her, people who consume almond nut five times a week have 50 per cent reduction in risk of developing heart-related diseases as well as diabetes.

Abdullahi stated that almond nut added to daily diet helps lower bad cholesterol, protect against cancer as well as guard against damage of arteries.

She noted that consuming almond nut help lower the rise in blood sugar and insulin after meals which made it a good snack for diabetic patients as well as others.

The expert also added that consuming almond nut provides the body with essential and healthy fats required which also aids in weight loss.

She further mentioned that almond nut contain riboflavin and L carnitine nutrients which help boost brain functions, stating that it reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.