If you want to consume less fat, compare the nutritional values of the exact variant and the portion you eat: unsalted or made without added cooking fat does not mean low-fat. The AH, Jumbo, PLUS and Duyvis almonds assessed contain 50 to 60 g of fat per 100 g; according to the European Commission, solid foods can contain no more than 3 g per 100 g to carry a ‘low-fat’ claim. If you’re breastfeeding, don’t choose based on low energy content alone: the Voedingscentrum notes that producing milk requires extra energy and nutrients.
You want to know how much fat and energy your portion of almonds provides. Compare the nutritional values of the exact variant: terms such as ‘unsalted’ and ‘oven roasted’ don’t tell you anything about the fat content on their own.
You’re looking for a snack that fits into a varied diet. The Voedingscentrum says breastfeeding requires extra energy and nutrients, so the lowest possible energy content doesn’t have to be your only selection criterion.
You want to take a portion and store the rest properly. The TRADER JOE'S almonds assessed at ALDI come in a resealable pack; Albert Heijn advises closing the pack securely after use and storing it in a cool, dark and dry place.
Choose this option if: having less fat in the product itself is your main priority.
Bear in mind: check the claim and nutritional information for the exact variant; a description of how it’s made doesn’t prove that it’s low in fat.
Choose this option if: you’re looking for an unsalted snack and want to decide your own portion size.
Bear in mind: the AH, Jumbo and PLUS variants assessed are not low-fat; a smaller portion doesn’t change the nutritional composition per 100 g.
Choose this option if: you’re specifically looking for a savoury, oven-roasted variant made without added cooking fat.
Bear in mind: according to Albert Heijn, the Duyvis variant assessed contains 50 g of fat, 635 kcal and 1,1 g of salt per 100 g.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat and energy per portion | Compare fat and kcal per 100 g on the same basis, then consider how much you eat. | If I want to measure out a snack portion, I want to know what it provides. Around 36% of consumers prioritise the amount of fat and energy. |
| Everyday food choices | Check the salt and ingredients; if you’re breastfeeding, remember to eat enough and choose a varied diet. | I want a snack that fits my eating habits, without choosing solely on the basis of the lowest energy content. Around 29% of consumers put everyday food choices first. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the seal, net weight and storage instructions on the pack. | If I have a portion between meals, I want to be able to reseal and store the rest easily. Around 21% of consumers say ease of use matters most. |
| Allergens and young children | Read the ingredients and cross-contamination warnings on the exact pack; keep whole nuts out of reach of young children. | I want to take allergens into account at home and stop a young child from picking up whole nuts. Around 14% of consumers name household food safety as their main concern. |
The Duyvis variant assessed is described as being made without added oil or fat, but Albert Heijn’s product page lists 50 g of fat per 100 g.
Read the nutritional information alongside the description of how the product is made, and assess any claim about fat content separately.
Among the variants assessed, the lowest fat content doesn’t also mean the lowest energy content. According to Albert Heijn, the Duyvis variant contains less fat than the AH variant assessed, but more kcal and salt per 100 g.
Decide what matters to you, then compare fat, energy, salt and portion size on the same basis.
The Voedingscentrum warns that young children can choke on whole nuts, which may lead to suffocation.
Keep whole almonds out of reach of young children and don’t give them to babies as a snack.
According to the Voedingscentrum, producing breast milk requires extra energy and nutrients.
Take a sufficient and varied diet into account when making your choice, and don’t select a product based only on low energy content.
The Oven roasted variant assessed is a savoury, oven-roasted product. Duyvis describes it as being made without added oil or fat.
AH Unsalted Almonds 190 g lists almonds as its only ingredient.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g is a roasted variant containing 99% almonds and sunflower oil.
The Dutch product page lists Unsalted Almonds.
ALDI sells the TRADER JOE'S roasted, unsalted almonds assessed in a 200 g pack.
According to the product page, PLUS Unsalted Almonds 150 g contains 98% almonds and sunflower oil.
According to the European Commission, solid foods can contain no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g to carry a ‘low-fat’ claim. The AH, Jumbo, PLUS and Duyvis variants assessed contain more than this amount per 100 g.
Not necessarily. The Voedingscentrum notes that breastfeeding requires extra energy and nutrients. So take a varied diet into account too, and don’t choose solely on the basis of the lowest fat or energy content.
No, this selection is intended for adult snacks. The Voedingscentrum warns that young children can choke on whole nuts, which may lead to suffocation. Keep whole almonds out of your baby’s reach.
Follow the instructions on the pack for your variant. For the almonds assessed, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dark and dry place and closing the pack securely after use.
Check the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack, as these can vary between products. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be clearly listed on the label.
