If you want to take a measured snack with you without any preparation, choose a pack with individually wrapped portions. A serving suggestion on a larger bag doesn’t mean that portion is individually wrapped. Portioning them yourself gives you more control over the amount, but takes preparation and a suitable way to store the rest.
You want to put one measured portion in your gym bag without taking a larger bulk pack. Albert Heijn distinguishes between the total bag contents and an average serving for Duyvis Oven roasted, so check whether it also contains individual inner sachets.
You can prepare your snack at home and want to decide for yourself how many unsalted almonds to take with you. A larger pack could work well, as long as you seal the rest properly after use and store it according to the Voedingscentrum’s advice.
You want to consider when you’re going to exercise. The Voedingscentrum advises against eating a large portion just before exercise; this general advice doesn’t mean that a particular almond brand will improve your performance.
First decide whether you want a ready-portioned snack to take with you or would rather weigh one out at home. Then check the ingredients, storage instructions and when you plan to eat it.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| An individual snack portion | Check the number of inner sachets separately from the total contents and the number of servings on the label. Albert Heijn lists a bag size of 125 g and an average serving of 30 g for Duyvis Oven roasted; this doesn’t mean that each serving comes in its own sachet. | If you want to take one portion with you without weighing it out at home, it’s important to distinguish between individual inner sachets and one larger bag. Around 33% of consumers prioritise portion convenience. |
| Sealing and storage | Look for clear information about whether the pack is resealable, or take just your portion in a sealable container. The Voedingscentrum advises storing nuts in a well-sealed container, somewhere dry and preferably cool. | If you want to keep the pack after taking some out, your gym bag is mainly useful for carrying it; follow the product’s storage advice at home. Around 27% of consumers prioritise sealing and storage. |
| Unsalted or savoury | Read the ingredients and nutritional information for the exact variety. A roasted variety may contain salt; the preparation method alone won’t tell you how much. | If you’re choosing between a plain option and a savoury, seasoned snack, let the label guide you. Around 20% of consumers put ingredients ahead of other considerations. |
| A pack size that suits your needs | Compare the total contents with the number of snack occasions you want to use the pack for. Also think about how you’ll store the rest once it’s open. | If you want to plan ahead for several snacks, the total pack size matters as well as the portion you take with you. For around 13% of consumers, choosing a pack size that suits their needs is the main priority. |
| When you eat it | Decide whether you’ll have your snack on the go or train shortly afterwards. The Voedingscentrum advises against eating a large portion or a meal high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. | If you’ll be eating close to your workout, consider the amount and timing; a manufacturer’s serving size isn’t personalised sports nutrition advice. Around 7% of consumers consider eating time the most important factor. |
A label stating that a pack contains several servings doesn’t mean it has individual inner sachets. You may still need to weigh out a portion yourself.
Check the number of individual packs as well as the total contents before choosing.
If there are no individual sachets, you’ll need to weigh out a portion yourself and may need to take a separate container.
Albert Heijn’s Dutch product information lists 1,1 g of salt per 100 g for Duyvis Oven roasted. So the preparation method doesn’t automatically mean the product is unsalted.
If you’re looking for unsalted almonds, check the ingredients and nutritional information for that specific variety.
The Voedingscentrum advises storing nuts in a well-sealed container, somewhere dry and preferably cool. A bag you use to carry your snack isn’t necessarily suitable for storing a larger supply for a long time.
Take the portion you need and store the rest at home according to the label.
The Voedingscentrum advises against eating a large portion or a meal high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. This general advice on timing isn’t evidence that an almond product will improve your athletic performance.
Adjust the amount and timing to suit your workout, and don’t treat brand claims as proof of improved performance.
The varieties described range from unsalted to savoury roasted; check the ingredients and portion packaging for the specific variety.
AH Unsalted Almonds are a roasted variety in a pack designed for you to portion yourself.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds come in a larger pack that you can portion yourself.
Lidl Netherlands lists unsalted almonds as an in-store product.
The listed TRADER JOE'S variety consists of roasted, unsalted almonds in a larger pack.
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds are a variety you can portion yourself.
These Joybuy products come in larger packs, so you can measure out your own portion of almonds to take with you. Check the variety and storage advice for each product.
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A good choice if you want to measure out your own amount; Joybuy states that the almond kernels are ready to eat.
Joybuy product information lists a pack size of 160 g, with almond kernels as the only ingredient. Once opened, store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack, as advised in the product information.
Contains almonds; not suitable for people with an almond allergy.
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A good option if you want to portion the almonds yourself and are looking for a raw, unsalted variety.
Joybuy product information lists a pack size of 200 g, with no added salt or oil. Seal the pack after opening and follow the product’s storage advice.
Contains almonds; not suitable for people with an almond allergy.
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An option if you prefer savoury roasted almonds and want to measure out your own amount.
Joybuy product information lists a pack size of 500 g and 1,0 g of salt per 100 g. The pack should be sealed properly after opening.
Contains salt and almonds; not suitable for people with an almond allergy.
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A good choice if you want to measure out your own snack portion and are looking for an unsalted variety.
Joybuy product information lists a pack size of 500 g, with almonds as the only ingredient and no added salt. Seal the pack after opening and follow the product’s storage advice.
Contains almonds; not suitable for people with an almond allergy.
No. Albert Heijn lists 30 g as the manufacturer’s average serving for the Duyvis product information described here. This isn’t a general requirement or personalised sports nutrition advice. Check the label and decide for yourself what amount suits your snack occasion.
Use your bag to carry the almonds, and store the rest according to the product’s advice. The Voedingscentrum advises storing nuts in a well-sealed container, somewhere dry and preferably cool. For AH Unsalted Almonds, Albert Heijn also advises storing them in a dark place and sealing the pack properly after use.
Always check the label on the exact product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) states that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked foods. From 1 January 2026, rules also apply in the Netherlands to precautionary warnings about possible cross-contamination; the NVWA gives examples such as ‘May contain X’ and ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’. Almonds themselves are an allergen.
An almond snack isn’t automatically the best choice right before your workout. The Voedingscentrum advises against eating a large portion or a meal high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. This general advice doesn’t mean that the same timing or amount is right for everyone.
Check whether the packaging says or shows that it contains individual inner sachets. The number of servings on the label doesn’t automatically tell you how many separate sachets there are; a larger bag may contain several servings that you’ll need to weigh out yourself.
