Almond

Almonds are popularly known as 'Badam' in Hindi, 'Badamkayi' in Telugu, 'Vadhumai' in Tamil, 'BadamParippu' in Malayalam, 'Badami' in Kannada, 'Badam' in Gujarati, and 'Badaam' in Marathi. Almonds are the healthiest nuts you can get, though it isn't exactly a nut, but more of a seed. They belong to the group of prunus, a variety of trees and shrubs which also comprise the families of apricots, cherries, plums, and peaches. Almonds were initially found in North Africa, West Asia and in the Mediterranean regions. They are rich in vitamins and minerals, and are high in dietetic fiber and monounsaturated fat, which makes the heart healthy. The benefits of almonds are almost endless!

Almond