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ACCORDING TO A RECENT STUDY by researchers at the University of Florida, almonds help promote good intestinal health and control weight. They are high in fiber, which feeds friendly bacteria into our bodies and promotes regularity. intestinal. They also prove to be an excellent source of healthy proteins and fats that help lower cholesterol levels, as well as vitamins and minerals, including calcium, which is essential for bone health.
On a daily basis, an ounce of almonds (around 23 / day) is enough to calm hunger and is a good substitute for more caloric and less healthy snacks.
The bacteria found in fermented foods (yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut) also help to keep the intestinal flora healthy. However, we cannot attribute specific properties to them: bacterial strains are so numerous that science has not yet succeeded in demonstrating the virtues of each in the prevention of diseases such as cancer, diabetes, obesity and depression. Or the relief of inflammatory pain.
Some products are enriched with different probiotic strains, such as Lactobacillus or Bifidobacterium, friendly bacteria that do not have identical effects on the health of all. We must then determine the strain and the dose that will have the best impact on us. Until science gets this straight, diversity in our diet remains a priority.