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Research indicates that almond consumption may help lower bad LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, and oxidized LDL cholesterol, all of which are detrimental to heart health. Moreover, including almonds in a low-calorie diet may assist in weight loss for overweight individuals while reducing blood pressure. A noteworthy finding is that consuming one ounce of almonds alongside a meal can decrease post-meal blood sugar spikes by up to 30% in diabetic patients. Additionally, almonds have shown to reduce inflammation, particularly in those with type 2 diabetes.