People can eat almonds raw or toasted as a snack or add them to sweet or savory dishes. They are also available sliced, flaked, slivered, as flour, oil, butter, or almond milk.

People call almonds a nut, but they are seeds, rather than a true nut.

Almond trees may have been one of the earliest trees that people cultivated.

An almond is a seed from a fruit that grows from an almond tree. The fruit holds a hard shell, like a pit, with the almond seed inside. Although technically seeds, almonds are considered nuts.

People all over the world have been eating almonds for thousands of years. Today, about 80% of almonds are produced in California. You can find almonds in foods and even as added flavor in drinks around the world.

If you’re looking for an addition to your diet that packs a healthy punch, a small serving of almonds from time to time can make a big difference,Almonds are one of the most nutrient-dense foods around. Just one handful (30g or around 23 almonds) per day offers an impressive array of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients to keep you going throughout the day.