Sweet Almond Interactions Overview

Additional Details

Is Sweet Almond Safe? Are There Any Warnings?

Sweet almond is considered safe when used in amounts commonly found in foods. However, there is insufficient reliable information available about the safety of using sweet almond orally or topically in medicinal amounts. It is recommended to avoid using sweet almond in amounts greater than those commonly found in foods during pregnancy and lactation. Sweet almond falls under the classification of tree nuts, which are recognized as a major food allergen and must be labeled accordingly in packaged food and supplement products according to the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) of 2004 in the United States.

How is Sweet Almond Thought To Work? What is the Mechanism of Action?

Sweet almond contains various components, including triglycerides and fatty acids such as oleic, linoleic, palmitic, stearic, lauric, myristic, and palmitoleic acids. It also contains sphingolipids, daucosterol, beta sitosterol, flavonoid and phenolic antioxidant compounds, and terpenes such as betulinic acid, oleanolic acid, and ursolic acid. The effects and mechanisms of sweet almond can vary depending on the specific condition being evaluated.

Sweet almond has demonstrated various potential effects, including anti-aging, antidiabetic, cardiovascular, hypolipidemic, and potential weight loss effects. It may improve vascular endothelial function, reduce LDL and non-HDL cholesterol levels, and potentially enhance fat loss. However, the clinical evidence for these effects is not sufficient or consistent, and further research is needed for a more comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms involved.

Pharmacokinetics

Insufficient reliable information is available regarding the pharmacokinetics of sweet almond.

Interaction Overview (Full List Below)

None known.

Common Side Effects to Watch For

Common side effects of oral consumption of sweet almond as a food include allergic reactions. Topical use may result in dermatitis and itching.

Are Supplements Standardized?

Insufficient reliable information is available about the standardization of sweet almond supplements.

What is Sweet Almond Typically Used For?

Sweet almond is commonly consumed as a food and used as an ingredient in various dishes. It is also used in the cosmetics industry. Sweet almond has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic and traditional Asian medicines for various applications.

The clinical evidence for many of these potential uses, such as for aging skin, atopic dermatitis, ADHD, cancer, cardiovascular disease, constipation, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, insomnia, irritable bowel syndrome, obesity, psoriasis, radiation dermatitis, and stretch marks, is insufficient to rate its effectiveness.

Further research is needed to evaluate the specific benefits and mechanisms of sweet almond for these purposes.

Drugs that interact with Sweet Almond