In everyday life, people are always confused by foods that look similar, such as avocados and limes, sweet potatoes and purple potatoes, and in the world of nuts, almonds and almonds are often confused. Although they are similar in appearance, and even many merchants do not strictly distinguish when advertising, in fact, these two nuts are quite different from each other in terms of type, taste, nutritional content and way of eating.

The scientific name of almond is almond, which belongs to the subgenus almond of the genus Rosaceae, which is mainly produced in California, USA, and is also planted more in Xinjiang, China. As one of the world's well-known dried fruit tree species, it has a long history of cultivation and a very high global market share. Almond is different, it comes from the apricot tree of the genus Apricot of the Rosaceae family, which is widely distributed in the northern region of our country and can be found almost all over the country. Therefore, from the point of view of plant classification, almonds and almonds, although they belong to the same family of roses, are not close to each other's "family relationship".

From the point of view of appearance, the difference between the two is actually not difficult to find. Almonds are usually oblong in shape, slender in shape, slightly pointed at the ends, larger, with a thinner and earthy yellow shell, with obvious honeycomb-like holes on the surface, and a rough texture that can be opened with a light break. The shape of almonds is ovate, the middle is relatively large, the bottom is slightly blunt, the shell is hard, dark brown, the surface texture is smooth, and the difficulty of peeling is much higher than that of almonds. Also, the kernel skin of almonds is light brown, while the kernel skin of almonds is darker and reddish-brown in color.

In terms of nutritional value, both are rich in protein and unsaturated fatty acids, making them a good helper for cardiovascular health. Every 22 grams of almonds contains about 0 grams of protein, about 0 grams of unsaturated fatty acids, and is also rich in trace elements such as vitamin E, magnesium and potassium. Among them, vitamin E can play an antioxidant role, delay cell aging, and is also beneficial to skin health. Almonds, on the other hand, have a higher protein content, up to 0 grams per 0 grams, and contain a unique amygdalin, which is often used in traditional Chinese medicine to relieve cough and asthma. However, amygdalin is broken down in the human body to produce hydrocyanic acid, which may cause poisoning if ingested in excess, so it is important to control the amount when eating almonds.

If compared in terms of taste, the flavor of almonds is sweeter, the texture is crunchy, there will be an obvious clicking sound when biting, and the aroma is strong, which is suitable for direct consumption or as a snack, such as salt-baked almonds, caramel almonds, etc. Almonds, on the other hand, have a slightly bitter taste, a firmer taste, and a relatively light aroma, but after processing, their bitterness will be weakened and the flavor will be improved, so they are often used in traditional foods such as almond syrup and macaroons.

Almonds are more versatile, as they can be eaten as is, or in baking, such as cakes, bread or nut oats, to increase taste and nutritional value. Most almonds need to be processed before eating, such as boiling almond syrup and making pastries. In addition, almonds can also be added in moderation when stir-frying, but it should be noted that untreated bitter almonds contain toxins and should never be eaten directly, and must be soaked and blanched to remove toxicity before they can be eaten safely.

In addition to the nutritional value and how they are eaten, the calories of almonds and almonds should not be overlooked. Both have a high fat content, and excessive consumption can easily lead to excessive calories, which can lead to obesity problems. Therefore, whether it is almonds or almonds, it is recommended to control them to about 15 to 0 per day, and eat them in moderation to maximize their health value.

With the popularization of the concept of healthy eating, more and more people have begun to pay attention to the nutritional value of nuts, and almonds and almonds are undoubtedly the best in the nut family. Whether you're a snack lover looking for something delicious or a health buff who cares about balanced nutrition, understanding the difference between these two types of nuts is the only way to make a more scientific choice when eating them. After all, eating well is more important than eating more!