The benefits of raw almond butter are many, and transitioning to this arguably healthy alternative is not that difficult.  Raw almond butter spreads with about the same consistency as peanut butter and nutritionally is more simplistic.  For those up in the air as to the taste, raw almond butter can be bought in a wide variety of sizes large or small so sampling before committing won’t be an issue.

The first benefit of raw almond butter is that the almonds are not fully cooked.  Cooking foods changes their nutritional composition, usually for the worse.  While a serving of raw almond butter doesn’t pack as much of a punch as raw almonds, raw almond butter does preserve some of the nutritional integrity.

Though brands may differ, raw almond butter can contain high amounts of trace elements such as manganese, magnesium, copper, potassium and also contains iron, calcium and other minerals.  Though high in fat, almond butter boasts primarily Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, with no trans fat.

Getting into some of the more technical aspects of raw almond butter, it ranks high on the IF (inflammation factor) scale meaning that it has a strong anti-inflammatory effect.  An emerging theory in nutrition is that inflammation caused by compounds such as saturated fat can be offset by compounds such as the Omega fatty acids, reducing overall inflammation.  Inflammation is theorized to be a cause of premature aging, and an increased risk factor for heart attack, stroke, and other diseases.

The sum and the whole of it is that the benefits of raw almond butter are many.  Almond butter is high in primarily healthy fats, protein, a wide variety of minerals and has a pleasant taste.  Raw almond butter carries a low glycemic load, indicating that it will not produce a spike in blood sugar.  The benefits of raw almond butter might even be a viable replacement for those allergic to peanut butter.