mandlar

Mandlar is a Swedish term with two main meanings, depending on context. In everyday language, mandlar usually refers to almonds, the edible seeds of the almond tree. It can also denote the tonsils, the lymphoid tissue at the back of the throat, commonly called mandlar in medical contexts.

Almonds: Native to the Middle East and South Asia, almonds are now widely cultivated in Mediterranean climates and in California, Spain, and Australia. They are consumed raw or roasted and used in baking, confectionery, marzipan, and to produce almond milk and almond oil. Nutritionally, almonds are high in fats, mainly monounsaturated, with about 14 grams of fat, roughly 6 grams of protein, 6 grams of carbohydrates, and 3–4 grams of fiber per 28-gram (one-ounce) serving. They provide vitamin E and minerals such as magnesium. Because they are tree nuts, almonds can trigger allergic reactions in some people. Storage is best in a cool, dry place; refrigeration can extend shelf life.

Tonsils (mandlar): In anatomy, mandlar refers to the two sets of lymphoid tissue at the entrance to the oropharynx: the palatine tonsils on either side and the pharyngeal tonsil (adenoid) higher up. They are part of the immune system and contribute to defense in Waldeyer’s ring. They can become inflamed or enlarged, a condition known as tonsillitis or tonsillar hypertrophy. In cases of recurrent infection or other complications, a tonsillectomy may be considered.

Note: The term mandlar can refer to either almonds or tonsils, with the meaning usually clear from the health or culinary context.