Why Ayurveda suggests soaking almonds overnight and eating them without the skin?
Almonds are a protein source that help stabilise blood-sugars, lower blood pressure, and also have antioxidant properties," said ayurvedic practitioner Geeta Vara. Many people soak nuts, especially almonds, before consuming them. But have you ever wondered why? Ayurvedic practitioner Geeta Vara recently explained that nuts like almonds can be difficult to digest for the body, and hence must be soaked before consumption. Almonds can be difficult to digest as the skin contains anti-nutrients — tannins and phytic acid — that inhibit nutrient absorption and can aggravate pitta in the blood. So they are best eaten after being soaked overnight and by removing the skin. Soaked almonds have a softer texture, taste sweeter and buttery, and are much easier on digestion,” she said in an Instagram post. Almonds are related to the peach and apricot family. “Almonds are one of the most nutritious nuts. They contain high levels of monounsaturated fats that are known to reduce LDL cho