Almonds have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, and for good reason! Almonds, which have a nutty crunch and mild flavor, are considered the most nutritious nut.

This ingredient has been found to:

• Strengthen cell membranes and protect cells from aging and disease
• Help normalize blood pressure and control blood sugar
• Increase satiety, reduce hunger, and help with weight loss
• Lower bad cholesterol levels

In addition to being a go-to healthy snack, almonds are commonly used in almond milk, or as a topping for salads and casseroles.

Featured Meal: Tuna Poke Grain Bowl

The Tuna Poke Grain Bowl is full of flavor, thanks to ingredients such as line-caught poke ahi tuna, quinoa, kale, cabbage, cucumber, carrots, scallions, avocado, almonds, sesame seeds, edamame, and miso sesame ginger dressing.