Sweet almonds and bitter almonds are almonds, but they are different, of which sweet almonds are a common food, and bitter almonds are generally used as medicinal herbs, they are in the flavor as well as nutrients and so on there are certain differences. 1. flavor: bitter almonds taste bitter, there is a certain degree of toxicity, but appropriate consumption will not cause poisoning phenomenon, generally can be used to improve the cough problem. Sweet almonds, also known as southern almonds, slightly sweet flavor, can be eaten directly as a snack. 2. Nutritional composition: bitter almonds contain amygdalin, protein, fat, of which amygdalin can be decomposed into benzaldehyde and hydrocyanic acid, with a certain degree of toxicity. In contrast, sweet almonds do not contain bitter amygdalin, containing protein, fat, trace elements and vitamins, etc., appropriate consumption can supplement the body’s nutritional needs. We should pay attention to the distinction between these two kinds of almonds when choosing, especially in the use of bitter almonds, we should try to take it under the guidance of the doctor, so as not to cause poisoning phenomenon.