A common misconception is that roasting will drastically change the nutritional profile of nuts. However, roasted and raw nuts have a very similar nutritional profile – with fat, carbohydrates and protein remaining almost unchanged. Because the roasting process removes water content and reduces the weight, roasted nuts have slightly more fat and calories per gram. We roast the nuts used in our nut butters at low temperatures also to ensure that healthy unsaturated fats, antioxidants, and micronutrients remain intact.

All of the nuts used in our products are dry-roasted. Dry roasting means no oils have been added to the roasting process.

Nuts are a great source of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats! Studies have shown that these fats are beneficial for cognitive health and development, glowing skin and healthy hair, reducing inflammation, and can help to lower the risk of heart disease (amongst a multitude of other functions in the body). So, while it is true that nuts are high in (healthy) fats and calorie-dense – this is good news. Nuts provide essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients your body needs to stay healthy.

Almonds are a great source of magnesium - with one ounce providing 80 mg of magnesium. This essential mineral is needed in over 300 chemical reactions in the body. It is involved in muscle function, maintaining blood pressure, bone growth, producing energy, DNA synthesis and more.

Peanuts have a very high ratio of omega-6 polyunsaturated fats to omega-3, which can cause inflammation. Consuming a diet with a balance of 1:4 (omega 3: omega 6) is optimal! Peanuts also contain aflatoxin, which is a carcinogenic mould. As a brand focused on quality ingredients with nutritional value, we don't and will never use peanuts in any of our products. Almonds, hazelnuts, pistachio, and macadamia nust have a much better ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fats. This is beneficial for cognitive health and development, healthy skin and hair, reducing inflammation and can help to lower the risk of heart disease.