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Almond (Prunus amygdalina)
is the source of sweet
oil of almonds which was used to treat anterior segment
inflammation. According to Greek mythology, the gods
turned Phyllis into an almond tree when she died
of
grief after being deserted by her lover Demophoon.
When Demophoon returned and was shown the leafless,
flowerless and forlorn tree; he clasped the tree in his
arms where upon it burst forth into bloom - an emblem
of love even in death. Almond contains about 20%
protein and practically no starch. It is ground into
flour
to make cakes and biscuits for patients suffering from
diabetes mellitus. |
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