Written By Sam Henselijn
Healthy Snacks for Sources of Calcium! Modern life can be hectic. We have jobs to get to, cars and homes to pay for, and children to look after – and somewhere amidst that scheduling, you must find time to eat. Many of us resort to snacks and junk food to save preparation time, with millennials cooking even less than the previous generation. Everything has to be fast, all foods need to be ready to eat… and obesity is rising in global proportions because of it.
Food prepared mechanically (or even just food that has been processed to taste better) is the downfall of this generation. Where a hundred years ago, our diets were limited but heavily reliant on fresh, natural produce, nowadays, there are so many ways to preserve food that all of those little additives start to pile up. That’s not to say that all pre-packaged foods are unhealthy – simply that we ought to be wary of it. We ought to be reading ingredient lists and examining contents for our well-being.
So now that we have you suitably worried about your diet, let’s take a closer look at Calcium itself and see what it is and does.
Healthy Snacks for Sources of Calcium!
Calcium
Calcium is a mineral that the body needs to survive. It is vital to healthy functioning and is responsible for the growth and maintenance of your skeleton. It helps your blood to clot normally, strengthens and grows your teeth, and helps regulate muscular contractions (such as your heartbeat and other functions you seemingly don’t control). Calcium is so important to us that some serious diseases arise from the lack of it.
Calcium deficiency can cause Rickets in children, a disease once common in cities where many people living together in cramped quarters failed to get enough Calcium and Vitamin D. This horrible disease stops the bones from growing in equal measure, and one of the residing symptoms that most survivors have in common is the ‘banding’ of the legs, not dissimilar to a Cowboy’s swagger.
According to the British National Health Service, osteoporosis is another disease in which a lack of Calcium in your diet can visit you in later life. Sometimes referred to as ‘Brittle Bone Disease,’ this horrendous illness weakens the bones to easy breakage. Sufferers from this condition often report wrist, finger, and ankle fractures on a fairly regular basis and must be very careful about their level of physical activity.
It is very positive that you are here today to find out what a problem lack of Calcium in your diet can be. Now that you know the potential for problems, let’s look more closely at some sources of Calcium that will provide you with a healthy snack!
Almonds
Almonds contain 70 mg of Calcium for every 30g portion – or 264 mg per every 100 grams, to be precise. Naturally grown in the Mediterranean (and a few other areas), this nut will boost calcium and so much more. They contain no cholesterol whatsoever, contain only naturally healthy fatty acids, provide your body with 20% of its RDA of Potassium, and also contain Vitamins A, C, D, B12, and B6. What else? They also give you 67% of your daily requirement of Magnesium.
Walnuts
The Walnut is technically a seed, so it is not a ‘proper’ nut; however, it is classed as such in most instances, and so we will do it too.
The Walnut contains 98mg of Calcium per 100 grams, making it an ideal source of healthy bones. Walnuts are also high in healthy fatty acids. They will provide 12% of your daily potassium allowance and are a great source of natural dietary fiber. This humble nut will provide 30% of your RDI of protein and will give you a boost to Vitamins A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D, as well as providing 39% of your daily Magnesium requirement, too!
Hazelnuts
Hazelnuts are the fruit of the Hazel tree and can grow wild across much of Europe and some of North America. These nuts ripen in August and make the perfect addition to any meal. Whether roasted, toasted, or simply eaten raw, this tasty and versatile nut is high in Calcium and much more!
Although exceptionally high in healthy fats, the Hazelnut contains 11% of your RDI of Calcium, 19% of Potassium, and a full 40% of your RDI of Magnesium. These little nuts contain all sorts of goodness, no matter how you eat them!
Brazil Nuts
Brazil nuts have a unique flavor, which means they are ideal as a sweet or savory snack. Brazils will add a touch of elegance to any meal and make the ideal post-dinner snack. They contain 160 mg of Calcium per 100g portion.
Brazil nuts are also high in Potassium and Magnesium – all vital nutrients to maintain healthy functioning. Notably, the Brazil Nut also contains Iron, which aids the Calcium in building healthy bones and makes this nut a double-whammy of health!
Most Other Nuts!
Nuts are one of the best nutritional sources we have access to – and that’s not just in terms of Calcium. A helping of nuts contains healthy fats, many B Vitamins, and other minerals. Plenty of nuts, seeds, and pulse in your diet will do wonders for your vitamin and mineral intake and leave you feeling a hundred times better. For the best nuts, visit L’Orenta Nuts and view our fine Gourmet Selection. Not only are they super-duper-healthy, but they taste great, too!
A word of warning…
According to the boffins at Harvard University, too much Calcium in our diet can start to interfere with the body’s ability to absorb phosphorus – the other ingredient vital for maintaining your bones. Phosphorus deficiency is rare but not unheard of, so you should be careful and check your recommended dose. Unlike some other vitamins, Calcium is not water-soluble, and your body will have a little trouble expelling the extra if it is too much, which could leave you with an upset stomach or pains in your gut. You can find an accurate list of suggested Calcium RDI here, courtesy of Medline Plus.
So, if you think you might lack a little Calcium, you should take action now. What better way to do it than by exploring the taste sensations you will find in our Gourmet Nut collections? They are delicious and full of nutrients that will boost your well-being and leave you feeling great. Shop now for the chance to spin and win a discount.
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