Recent scientific studies compiled by the Foundation of Advanced Studies under patronage of the Consellería de Agricultura y Pesca, indicate that the popular beliefs on the "medicinal functionality " of the artisan / natural orgeat are scientifically based:

- It prevents colon cancer and is healthy for the heart as it prevents heart attacks and eliminates the cholesterol, thanks to its oily monounsaturated acids with 76 % of oleic acid and thanks to its levels of folic acid.
- It has antioxidant and tension compensating properties.
- Prebiotic, regulates the intestinal function.
- Rich in mineral elements, fibre and vitamins, phosphorus, calcium and magnesium.
- Highly recommended for pregnant women and to relieve menstrual pains.
- Without lactose, fructose or gluten.
- Low in fat.
- Proteins: Amino acids which are very important for growth and in the balance of nitrogen (urea, sciatica, prostate), essential for foetus and baby, important in the cycle of the nitric oxide (immunological system).
- Mineral salts: which help the balance between Calcium and Potassium, prevents osteoporosis, Phosphorus, Magnesium, low Sodium, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Manganese.
- Vitamins: B1, niacine, folic acid, tocoferoles, E (antioxidant),C.
- Fibre: (soluble type) this modulates the absorption of glucose, reduces the absorption of cholesterol, reduces adenomas of the colon, prebiotic and symbiotic.
- Oily acids: this lowers the levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, and arterioscleroses. It facilitates the intestinal traffic.