Feeling Nutty?
Seeing as I’m a big fan of all nuts, I thought I’d contribute my wisdom on almonds and help you eat more of them.
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In a nutshell (pun intended) here’s, why everyone should eat almonds.
In Just One Ounce:
- 6 grams of protein
- 4 grams of fiber
- Rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fat
- Chock full of antioxidants and other health promoting nutrients
Almonds may improve insulin sensitivity in people with pre-diabetes.
How can that help during pregnancy?
If you are at risk for gestational diabetes, this could give you a slight edge, especially if you eat almonds.
#DYK? #Almonds are a #superfood for #pregnancy! bit.ly/2kAl7XW #nationalalmondday #recipes #RDchat @almonds Click To TweetAlmonds are rich in nutrients: which help maintain a healthy blood pressure
- Calcium
- Magnesium
- Potassium
How can this help during pregnancy?
Blood pressure disorders during pregnancy can lead to preeclampsia and eclampsia, a potentially fat disorder. High blood pressure during pregnancy can impair the growth of the fetus.
Antioxidants
Vitamin E: 35% of the Daily value
Almond skins contain flavonoids and phenolics similar to other foods. A one-ounce serving of almonds contains a similar amount of total polyphenols as one cup of green tea and one cup of steamed broccoli. See the study here: Almonds and pistachios are the only nuts with flavonols like quercetin. That’s the same phytonutrients that are in wine, chocolate, etc. Extract of almonds have shown to protect DNA from damage. (This is especially important for men when trying to conceive.) Want more info? Check it out here.
How can this help during pregnancy?
Antioxidants reduce oxidative stress, which is the cornerstone of many pregnancy problems including preterm delivery.
Now let’s get to the RECIPES!
Thanks to these fabulous Registered Dietitian colleagues who have shared their recipes here!
First up, breakfast. You know you need it, but you may not always want to spend the time on it. Enter quick breads that are healthy. Make ahead for a yummy grab and go. Top with some almond or peanut butter and add a glass of milk and you’re good to go! Also makes a great snack!
Blender Banana Oat Muffins from Diana RD aka The Baby Steps Dietitian
Can you resist this fruit and nut bread? From Elizabeth Ward at BetterIsTheNewPerfect.com
No added sugar Banana Almond Muffins from Meme at The Living Well Kitchen
Cinnamon and Blueberry Granola with 2 kinds of almonds? Yes, please! From Whitney at WhitneyRD
Go “ancient” with this Chocolate Cherry Amaranth Smoothie from Judy RD at Live Best.
Fish is truly brain food. So salmon and other cold-water fish are “musts” during pregnancy. Try this recipe, which uses ground almonds for a crispy coating.
Got salmon? This Almond Crusted Salmon from Brittany at Your Choice Nutrition is sure to please!
Smart Snacking
More to love: Almond + Cinnamon + Chocolate! From The Spicy RD.
Got the “queasies”? These lemon almonds might help. From Kelli at Hungry Hobby.
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