The Benefits of Almonds for Men
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Almond is our #7 food choice for men
We can all agree that, enjoyed in moderation, almonds make a healthy snack, right? The benefits of almonds for men include the fact that they’re a source of protein and fiber. They’re also a source of vitamin E, magnesium and manganese, all nutrients linked with sexual health.
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Benefits of almonds specific to men
What’s in almonds that’s going to put lead in your pencil? Well, you see these nutrient-packed tree nuts contain an amino acid, argenine, which helps relax blood vessels and promote healthy circulation. You might have heard it discussed in conjunction with heart health. But don’t forget that without good circulation, you can’t have a healthy sex life. That’s why this benefit of almonds is so important to men.
More nutritional almond benefits for men
Another one of the benefits of almonds specific to men is their high zinc content. (Walnuts are also high in zinc.) Zinc is a necessary nutrient for testosterone production. And although testosterone is a key hormone for men and women, we know that the impact of low testosterone on men can be drastic and include erectile dysfunction. But men can help support testosterone production naturally by regularly eating almonds.
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Almonds, and walnuts too, are also sources of selenium, another nutrient beneficial to men’s sexual health. Selenium is important for sperm function. But there is also an indication that a deficiency in selenium can negatively impact sexual desire. And since it is best to get selenium from natural sources, not supplements, almonds make a great choice for ensuring your body the nutrient it needs.
Of course, if you’re really not a fan of this nut but you still want to get the benefits of almonds for men, you can try walnuts. As I noted above, walnuts offer many of the same nutritional benefits of almonds.
Benefits of raw almonds vs roasted almonds
If you’re wondering if raw nuts are better for you than roasted nuts, the long answer is complicated but the short answer is not really. Unlike some foods which lose nutrients during cooking, almonds and other nuts remain relatively unchanged. Now, the polyunsaturated fats in almonds can be damaged when roasted at high heat. But if the almonds are roasted at a low to medium temperature, this kind of damage appears not to occur.
Other ways to get the nutritional benefits of almonds for male health
If raw or roasted almonds aren’t your cup of tea, consider almond butters. You can also try almond milk but the benefits of almond milk are not as impressive as what you get from straight almonds.
The benefits of almonds for men can also be enjoyed by using almond flour. Its made by blanching the almonds to remove their skins then grinding them to the texture of a fine flour. Almond flour has almost all the nutritional benefits of whole almonds, only without the crunch.
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Almond oil benefits
Another way to get some of the benefits of almonds is with unrefined almond oil. The benefits of almond oil are many and some might surprise you. Almond oil contains 70% monounsaturated fat, which means it promotes heart heath. (And a health heart leads to good blood flow and ability to achieve sexual arousal.) And although almond oil lacks some of the nutrition you get from eating almonds, it is rich in vitamin E, also known as “the sex vitamin.”
Almond oil benefits for skin
Almond oil is proven beneficial when applied topically. It can be used in skincare for both men and women. When used for skin health, almond oil can protect the skin from sun damage and aging
Almonds benefits for both men and women
A mere handful of almonds will deliver vitamin B6 and a nice dose of energy. And these almond benefits come with only a small amount of monounsaturated fats. The B6 will help send signals to your brain, lower cholesterol, and aid in the production of insulin, niacin, hemoglobin and antibodies.
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Some of our favorite almond recipes:
Chocolate Almond Seduction Cookies
Wild Rice Pilaf with Toasted Almonds and Pomegranate
Fig and Tulsi Lassi with Honey and Almonds
Almond Cake with Honey Balsamic Strawberries
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