Protein

Almonds: Helping Meet Your Daily Plant-Based Protein Needs

Protein is a fundamental nutrient that every human body needs to function properly.

Beyond its well-known role in building maintaining and repairing muscle, protein supports hair, skin and nails regulates hunger and keeps your metabolism running smoothly.

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The Power of Protein

Protein is made up of amino acids (your body’s building blocks) that work together to construct and repair muscles, tissues and cells while also producing enzymes and hormones to regulate your metabolism and energy levels. When you eat protein-rich foods like almonds, your digestive system breaks them down into amino acids, which not only fuel muscle repair but also trigger hormones that keep you feeling full longer and help stabilize blood sugar levels, making protein essential for maintaining a healthy weight and sustained energy throughout the day.

Why Almonds?

Almonds are a smart snack to help you reach your protein goals. One serving of almonds (1oz or 28g) provides an array of nutrients including:

6g of plant-based protein for sustained energy
4g of filling
13g of good unsaturated fat (only 1g of saturated fat)
Plus, Vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium

When compared ounce-for-ounce, almonds are one of the tree nuts highest in protein.

How Much Protein Do You Need?

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, adults should aim for 3 to 4 servings of protein per day (based on a typical 2,000 calorie diet). Almonds make it easy to meet that goal.

Available in more forms than any other tree nut, almonds can fit into any protein-rich diet to help you get the fuel your body needs. Get creative on how you snack with almonds and incorporate various forms in different dishes:

Whole Almonds (6g of protein per 1oz / 28 g serving)
Almond Butter (6g of protein per two tablespoon serving)
Almond Flour (6g of protein per quarter cup serving)