Almond; It grows in countries with temperate climates such as Turkey, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan and Israel. It is divided into sweet and bitter almonds. Bitter almonds are used to add flavor to meals. Sweet almonds are generally consumed raw. Almond milk, a by-product of almonds, is also a delicious beverage and alternative food to cow's milk. Almonds contain extremely high nutrients. It is a rich source of vitamin E, calcium, phosphorus, iron and magnesium. It also contains zinc, selenium, copper and niacin. Compared with all other types, it stands out with its nutritional values and beneficial components.
Almond Raw is a healthy and nutritious product in terms of unsaturated fatty acids and various minerals. It is rich in antioxidants and fiber, contains vegetable protein, calcium, vitamin E and B, phosphorus and iron. Since its fat and calorie value is high, it is recommended to consume raw almonds preferably for breakfast or snacks. Raw almonds also have the feature of keeping them full and this aspect helps to control weight. Since roasting reduces the polyphenol content in the peel of almonds, causing a decrease in antioxidant value, it contains much more antioxidants than roasted almonds.