If you specifically want less fat in an office snack, compare the total fat per 100 g and check whether any comparative claim is clearly substantiated; ‘no added fat’ describes only how the almonds are prepared. The amount you eat also affects the energy in each snack portion: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 158 kcal for 25 g of unsalted almonds. This is a general reference, not a value for every brand or product.
You specifically want less fat in your almond snack and don’t want to mistake preparation information for a substantiated nutrition claim. The European Commission sets the threshold for the ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods.
You want to keep eating almonds while making a conscious choice about the amount and energy in each snack portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 158 kcal for 25 g of unsalted almonds; check the packaging for the nutritional value of a specific product.
When stocking up for regular use or sharing, you consider the packaging, storage instructions and available allergen information. Jumbo says its 140 g pack of Unsalted Almonds should be stored in a cool, dry place; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) and the Netherlands Nutrition Centre provide information about allergens.
First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then decide how much you want to eat per snack occasion. Preparation method, salt content and packaging answer different questions.
| What to consider | What to look for | Which consumers is this for? |
|---|---|---|
| Substantiated lower fat content | Compare total fat per 100 g and check what a comparative claim is based on. For the ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g. | If I mainly want less total fat in the same amount, I look for a clear comparison with similar products. Around 36% of consumers prioritise evidence of fat reduction. |
| Energy per portion | Compare energy per 100 g, then weigh the amount you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 158 kcal for 25 g of unsalted almonds. | If I mainly want to know how much energy is in my own snack portion, I measure it out rather than treating the bag as a portion. Around 29% of consumers prioritise energy per portion eaten. |
| Unsalted or savoury | Choose according to taste and salt preference; compare salt and fat separately in the nutrition table. | If my choice mainly depends on whether the almonds are unsalted or savoury, I check both the product type and the nutritional values. Around 21% of consumers prioritise salt content and taste. |
| Storage and sharing | Check the storage instructions on the specific pack and keep the ingredients and allergen information available if you share the contents. | For supplies that are opened regularly or shared with colleagues, I want to keep the packaging and information to hand. Around 14% of consumers mainly prioritise convenient storage. |
A description of how the almonds are prepared doesn’t show that their total fat content is lower than that of similar almonds. Duyvis says its Almonds Original are made without adding oil or fat.
Compare total fat per 100 g, and assess any comparative claim separately from the preparation method.
The energy in each snack occasion depends on how much you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s reference is 158 kcal for 25 g of unsalted almonds.
Weigh your own portion and compare products per 100 g first.
Almonds are a tree nut allergen. If you pour them into a shared storage jar, the original packaging with its ingredients and allergen information may no longer be to hand.
Keep the packaging or make sure the full information remains available alongside the supplies.
Almonds Original is an oven-roasted, savoury almond product; the manufacturer lists a 125 g pack.
AH Unsalted Almonds are an unsalted option for anyone looking for a straightforward almond snack.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds are an unsalted option in a 140 g pack.
The Dutch product pages include 200 g packs of unroasted almonds and an unsalted option.
ALDI’s Trader Joe’s unroasted almonds come in a 200 g resealable pack.
PLUS Unsalted Almonds are an own-brand unsalted option in a 150 g stand-up pouch.
These Joybuy products are standard almond varieties for snacking and measuring out your own portions. The product names and available information don’t confirm a reduced fat content; check the current nutrition table and any claim on the packaging to compare.
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The product description says these almond kernels are ready to eat as a snack; fat and energy are listed per 100 g.
Contains almonds. If sharing, keep the allergen information available and check the current packaging.
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The title describes raw, unsalted almonds; the description mentions them as a snack and says to store them in a tightly closed pack in a cool, dry place after opening.
The nutrition table lists fat, energy and salt per 100 g. Contains almonds; if sharing, keep the allergen information available.
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The product description says these roasted almonds are suitable for snacking; you can measure out your own portion.
The nutrition table lists 1,0 g of salt per 100 g. Contains almonds; if sharing, keep the allergen information available.
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The product description says these almonds are ready to eat as a snack and can be portioned out in advance.
The nutrition table lists fat and energy per 100 g. Contains almonds; if sharing, keep the allergen information available.
No. For the ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g. ‘Reduced fat’ compares a product with other products, so check which comparable products and nutritional values the claim refers to.
No. A description of added fat in the preparation process doesn’t replace the nutrition table. Compare energy per 100 g and in your own portion separately. Duyvis says its Almonds Original are made without added oil or fat; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 158 kcal per 25 g for unsalted almonds.
Follow the instructions on the specific pack. Jumbo says its 140 g pack of Unsalted Almonds should be stored in a cool, dry place; ALDI describes its unroasted almonds as being sold in resealable packaging. Neither statement on its own tells you how long the almonds will keep after opening.
Keep allergen information in mind: almonds are a tree nut allergen. Keep the original ingredients and allergen information with the supplies. The NVWA says that businesses offering food to consumers are legally required to provide allergen information; this requirement doesn’t automatically apply to every informal office treat.
