You can measure out about 20 almonds and place them in a plastic bag. You can also pick 100-calorie packs of almonds at a local supermarket.
Keep in mind, there is no hard evidence that almonds are inherently more nutritious when soaked. You can still get nutrients from un-soaked almonds.
Make sure to read ingredients labels before purchasing flavored almonds, however. Avoid flavored almonds that are very high in sugar or calories. A high sugar content can take away from the overall health benefits of almonds.
Get trail mix without any added sugar. Dried fruit can sometimes have a lot of sugar added unnecessarily. Some trail mixes come with added chocolate. Dark chocolate is the healthiest option, so opt for mixes with dark chocolate.
Make sure to track how much almond butter you’re eating. While it can be healthy, it is high in calories.
Make sure you account for sliced almonds in your overall almond intake for the day. Remember, you should only eat around 20 almonds a day.
For added health benefits, cook your almonds and veggies in heart-healthy olive oil instead of butter.
You can also buy almond flour at the grocery store to cook your chicken.
While some people add almond milk to smoothies, this does not have a very high content of actual almonds. You’re better off using whole milk or soy milk alongside real almonds.
If you decide you want to flavor your almonds, you can always lightly salt them or add spices like cinnamon at home.
