Choose an individual packet if you want something to take with you without any preparation; measure out your own portion of unsalted nut mix if you want to choose the quantity and ingredients. Check the weight per packet and the ingredients and allergens for the exact product: a handy pack isn’t automatically the right amount for you.
You’re looking for something you can pop straight into your bag for a study break while you’re out and about. The Duyvis range reviewed includes individual packets, but check the contents and recipe of the product you choose. Sligro lists the reviewed box as containing 20 packets of 45 g.
You don’t want to keep eating from a large bag while studying, so you’d rather portion out your snack in advance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises packing snacks for a study session or exam beforehand.
You want to take unsalted nuts with you and are looking for a mix that suits your preferences. Products from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and ALDI, among others, contain different types of nuts, so check the product information for the one you choose.
A good choice if: you want to take something with you without packing it yourself beforehand.
Bear in mind: the quantity and recipe are fixed.
A good choice if: you want to measure out your own portion for a study break.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to prepare the portions and store the rest in a tightly sealed, dry place.
A good choice if: you’re studying in a quiet space or want to take a snack to an exam.
Bear in mind: preparing portions in advance takes time; whether you can eat at the exam venue depends on its rules.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Easy to take with you | Check whether the pack contains individual packets. For a quiet setting, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends packaging that doesn’t rustle or crackle. | If you want to take a snack with you without any preparation, convenience is your top priority; around 38% of consumers put being able to take it with them straight away first. |
| Choosing the quantity in advance | Check the net weight per packet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as an example of a handful of unsalted nuts; this isn’t a personal recommendation. | If you want to decide how much to eat before studying, check the weight or portion some out yourself; around 31% of consumers prioritise choosing the quantity in advance. |
| Choosing the ingredients | Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product. Coated savoury nuts and unsalted nut mixes don’t have the same recipe. | If you’re looking for an unsalted snack that suits your preferences, compare the ingredients; around 31% of consumers put the ingredients first. |
The Duyvis box reviewed contains 45 g packets. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as an example of a handful of unsalted nuts. This difference in weight alone doesn’t mean the products are nutritionally equivalent.
Check the net weight per packet and decide in advance how much you want to take with you.
The Duyvis Provencale portion pack reviewed also lists wheat and cereals containing gluten.
Check the full ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of the exact product. According to the NVWA, allergen information for prepacked products is shown on the label.
If you take several portions from one pack, the remaining nuts need to be stored in a tightly sealed, dry place, according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.
Portion out what you need, then seal the pack tightly.
Worth considering if you’re looking for a familiar peanut or savoury nut snack; the Provencale version reviewed is also described as a box of individual packets.
The 200 g AH Unsalted Nut Mix is an option if you want to measure out portions at home.
The 200 g unsalted Nut Mix is a specific option if you want to portion it out yourself.
The Dutch product listing for unsalted Californian pistachios gives you a single type of nut to compare.
The 500 g TRADER JOE'S Unsalted Nut Mix reviewed is designed for you to portion out yourself.
The Dutch unsalted nuts category includes unsalted peanuts and an unroasted, unsalted nut mix, among other products.
This selection includes nuts to portion out yourself, a mix in individual packets and a seasoned peanut snack. Check the ingredients, portion packaging and allergens for each product.
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A good choice if you want to measure out your own portion of unsalted nuts.
The ingredients list contains almonds only. The pack contains 200 g.
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A good choice if you’d rather have cashew nuts than a mixed nut snack and want to measure out your own portion.
The nuts are roasted and unsalted; the ingredients list contains cashew nuts only. The pack contains 200 g.
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A good choice if you want to take a mix with you without measuring out portions yourself; the description mentions individual packets.
The pack contains 30 packets of 25 g. The listed contents include nuts and dried fruit, including walnuts, raisins, cranberries, blackcurrants, almonds, cashew nuts and hazelnuts. Contains tree nuts.
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A good choice if you want to divide an unsalted mix between several study breaks.
The description lists peanuts, almonds, cashew nuts, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts. The stated nutritional information lists 0 g of salt per 100 g. Contains peanuts and several types of tree nuts.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat seasoned peanut snack and want to take out as much as you need.
The description mentions 30 g portions within the 125 g pack; these aren’t described as individual packets. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, other nuts, soya and mustard.
No, check the weight per packet. The Duyvis pack reviewed contains 45 g packets; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as an example of a handful of unsalted nuts. This example isn’t a legal limit or personal dietary advice.
Store the remaining nuts in a tightly sealed, dry place, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the product you choose.
Check the allergen information on the packaging of the exact product. According to the NVWA, allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label, so the product name or category alone isn’t enough to assess the ingredients.
No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises sticking to your usual mealtimes while studying and avoiding constant snacking. Think of nuts as a separate snack for a study break.
That depends on the rules at the exam venue. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends packaging that doesn’t rustle or crackle for an exam, but that doesn’t mean you’re allowed to eat at every venue.
