Almonds have the highest protein content of any nut and are a valuable food for vegans and vegetarians. Almonds are rich in minerals, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous and especially high in calcium. Almonds are high in mono-unsaturated fat which helps to lower cholesterol, especially the bad cholesterol (LDL). Almonds contain a high degree of oleic acid, which is believed to be the ingredient in olive oil that protects against heart disease.
Raisins are dried grapes. They are rich in nutrition. One cup of raisins is the calorie equivalent of eight cups of fresh grapes. Raisins are a good source of iron, potassium and selenium and also contain vitamin A and some vitamin B.
Raisins are also rich in fiber. Raisins are beneficial for high blood pressure, fluid retention, constipation and anemia. Their high calorie content makes them an ideal snack for anyone involved in sports.
Raisins are dried grapes. They are rich in nutrition. One cup of raisins is the calorie equivalent of eight cups of fresh grapes. Raisins are a good source of iron, potassium and selenium and also contain vitamin A and some vitamin B.
Raisins are also rich in fiber. Raisins are beneficial for high blood pressure, fluid retention, constipation and anemia. Their high calorie content makes them an ideal snack for anyone involved in sports.
Flax seeds are known to be one of the oldest crops loaded with nutrients. Flax seeds’ health benefits are mainly attributed to the omega-3 fatty acids, lignans that reduces cancer risk and dietary fibers. They also improve cholesterol levels and controls blood sugar which may be good for your diet.
Black sesame seeds are one of the oldest condiments known to man. According to nutritionists, black sesame seeds are good source of energy due to high fat content. They contain healthy fats like polyunsaturated fatty acids and Omega-6. They also contain fibre, iron, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.
Sesame may be the oldest condiment known to man. In any event, it is probably the oldest crop grown for its edible oil. The sesame seed plant color may range from yellowish white to red, brown and black. Hulled Sesame is pearly white.
It has a rich, nut-like flavor when roasted. Hulling or Decorticating is the process of removing the outer husk. In the Western World Hulled Sesame is best known as a topping for hamburger buns.