August 22, When I say that these nuts play a holistic role, I mean to draw your attention to the goodness of almonds for our health.
Almond oil is wonderful for your skin. It helps plump and firm the skin, thus reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Almond oil is packed with antioxidants, high in vitamins E, A, D and B, contains protein, essential minerals and healthy fats as well. It is also rich in oleic and linoleic acids.
Almond oil had been used extensively for its health benefits and as a beauty aid much before science caught up with the goodness of this seed oil. Very popular in Southeast Asia and in the Mediterranean region where the Almond tree was first domesticated, the almond kernels and the nutty oil extracted from them were credited with promoting heart and skin health.
Almonds are a healthful part of a balanced diet because they contain the beneficial fatty acid omega-3, which improves brain function and circulation. A topical application of the oil from this wonder nut benefits the face in several ways.
I remember my mother running behind me with a glass of milk with a few soaked almonds which I completely hated, by the way just before school, claiming it would make me a genius. Now, when I look back, I wished I had paid heed.