Snacks are "convenient" for the consumption of harmful processed foods. For these moments of the day we have a more useful suggestion - a handful of raw nuts and dried fruits. They are high in beneficial nutrients that could alleviate some health problems.
Figs, for example, aid digestion . In the presence of constipation , the consumption of dried figs can alleviate the condition. They can be added to a glass of warm milk. These fruits contain fiber that relieves constipation.
Almonds are useful in cases of high blood pressure. According to a study, a diet rich in these nuts helps maintain normal blood pressure levels. The study, published in the journal Free Radical Research , explains that these benefits can mostly benefit men between the ages of 30 and 70.
Cashews should also not be excluded. Researchers claim that daily consumption of cashews reduces the risk of developing heart disease among people with diabetes . In addition, they supply the body with useful fats, fiber, potassium and antioxidants .
Walnuts are the next recommended food for snacks. They are especially useful for men between 21 and 35 years, as the consumption of 75 g of walnuts per day is associated with improving the quality, mobility and vitality of sperm . That's according to researchers at the University of California, USA.
Dates are a food that is useful against cardiovascular disease. They contain high amounts of iron, which prevents the development of anemia. Consumption of 100 g of dates also provides about 656 mg of potassium , which reduces the risk of developing cardiovascular disease .