7 Great Things about Almonds Rich source of healthy fats – almonds contain healthy unsaturated fats, predominantly mono-unsaturated fat (66% of total fat), plus have a low proportion of saturated fat (7% of total fat). Like all other plant Read More
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Nutrition
Nutritional Benefits of Almonds Like fruit and vegetables, almonds are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals beneficial to health. There have been many studies done about the health benefits of almonds. Enjoying a handful Read More
How should I store almonds?
Store under cool and dry conditions in an airtight container. Avoid exposure to strong odours (eg garlic) as almonds can absorb odours of other materials if exposed for prolonged periods. Roasted products must be protected from oxygen. If Read More
Can I pasteurise almonds at home?
Yes, roasting is a recognised way of pasteurising food products, and almonds are no exception. Read More
How does the Australian almond industry operate in terms of food safety?
Food safety is a top priority for the Almond Board of Australia as we want our consumers to have an enjoyable eating experience every time almonds are snacked on or cooked with. However, natural or raw almonds, as with other raw products such as Read More
What are the health benefits of activated nuts?
A long time favourite of vegans, raw foodies and many cultures across the world ‘activated' almonds are claimed to be ‘brain food’, ‘more digestible’ and ‘more nutritious’ than natural or roasted almonds. According to Lisa Yates, nutritionist Read More