Almonds along with dates, grapes and olives were among the earliest cultivated foods, thought to be used prior to 3,000 BC. Almonds and pistachio nuts are mentioned in The Bible.

Almonds both bitter and sweet, blanched almonds, green almonds, almond meal or flour, slithered almonds, sliced almonds, almond milk, almond paste, marzipan and almond oil are all products from this ancient nut.

Health Information

Almonds contain magnesium, phosphorous, calcium, potassium, sodium, iron, copper, manganese, folic acid, fats, proteins, essential amino acids and carbohydrates. Almonds are one of the best food sources of vitamin E and supply the essential vitamin B group, especially vitamin B3. Click here for nutrition information.