Almond paste, natural

200 g Almond paste, natural

Almonds are known for their antioxidant properties. They are rich in vitamin E. It plays an important role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Almond, Prunus dulcis (Prunus dulcis) is a small, deciduous tree of the Rosaceae family. The same name is called the fruit of the tree.

Almonds were grown thousands of years ago, but it took a long time to name them. Botanists constantly invented new and new names for him.

In the past, the consumption of almonds has been very popular in the treatment of the diseases of the rich. And the cooks of high-ranking families added almonds to meat dishes to make them easier to digest. Even today the kernel is considered a royal fruit.

Nutritional value of almonds:
Almonds are known for their antioxidant properties. They are extremely rich in vitamin E (100 g contain 229% of the recommended daily dose). It plays an important role in preventing cardiovascular disease and cancer, as well as slowing down the aging process. The high levels of phosphorus and magnesium in almonds help to strengthen the bones. They are also rich in unsaturated fat.

The large amount of vitamin E protects the cells from aging, protects against cancer, facilitates the proper functioning of the nervous system and the pituitary gland (the head of the internal secretory gland). It improves fertility by participating in the formation of sperm and ova. Group B vitamins are also well presented. B1 catalyses the conversion of glucose into energy in each cell and is a major factor in the good functioning of the nervous system. B2 promotes the growth of the body, the smooth functioning of the skin and the retina. B6 regulates metabolism in the nervous tissue, liver and skin. Folic acid is also a valuable ingredient, among other things, it keeps the fetus in the womb from malformations. A in combination with B12 helps to form red blood cells.

Nuts also contain mineral salts and trace elements - calcium, iron, magnesium, selenium, zinc, manganese, copper.

All good things that bear the nuts happen only if they are harsh. When roasting, proteins and carbohydrates bind and form pleasant smelling aromatic compounds, which, unfortunately, are carcinogenic. The same effect results in the strong heating of the fat in the nuts. Fat soluble vitamins A and E degrade over 100 ° C, and mineral salts and trace elements lose their biochemical activity. They bind in insoluble salts and can not be absorbed through the small intestine and go into the blood.

Nutritional value of 100g. almond paste
Energy: 575 Kcal;
Fat: 49 g.
Carbohydrates: 22 g.
Fiber: 12 g.
Proteins: 21 g.

Ingredients: Baked, ground almonds.
Directions for use: For direct consumption.
Origin: Bulgaria