The Amazing, Incredible, Fantastic…Almond Butter!August 18, 2011

Filed under: Natural Living, Organic - greenacres @ 1:11 PM

Okay, so maybe that’s a bit extreme, but with all that almond butter has to offer, it’s a wonder we don’t break into song about it more often. 

The proteins found in almond butter, especially when eaten in combination with foods with a complementary amino acid profile (primarily legumes such as beans or lentils), can properly balance your amino acid intake.  This is essential for vegetarians who aren’t receiving complete proteins from meat or dairy products, or for others with special dietary restrictions. 

Almond Butter is also an excellent source of Vitamin E and magnesium and a good source of fiber.  It also contains protein, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, and iron.  Almond Butter is a highly nutritious replacement for peanut butter.  Comparatively few people have severe allergies to almonds as opposed to peanuts, so it’s a natural for kids’ lunches or an office pick-me-up.  Come try our freshly ground almond butter, or one of the many brands and varieties available in the store.  Try it on apple slices, on an “AB&J” or in a morning smoothie; it’s sure to be a hit with the whole family!