Mindful office snackers
You’d like to have nuts with your coffee and understand the difference between a product containing less fat and getting less fat by choosing a smaller portion.
Who is this guide for?
People in charge of the shared snack tin
You buy nuts for your colleagues and want to keep the ingredient and allergen information with the contents after a pack has been opened or emptied.
Regular buyers
You’re looking for a pack size that suits your office’s needs and want to know how to store opened nuts.
What should you look for when buying?
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| Fat content of the product | Compare the total fat per 100 g for the exact variant and check what a claim is comparing it with. | If I want to know whether the product itself contains less fat, I check the nutritional information and the basis of comparison. Around 36% of consumers prioritise a proven reduction in fat. |
| Fat per snack | Weigh your portion and compare the nutritional values for the same quantity. | If my main aim is to limit how much I have per snack, measuring out a portion can help me do that. Around 29% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Allergen information | Read the label for the exact variant and keep the information with the contents of the tin. | When we share a supply, I want my colleagues to be able to see which ingredients and allergens are in it. Around 21% of consumers prioritise clear allergen information. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a pack size that suits your usage and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If I regularly buy snacks for the office, I want to choose a quantity that suits our needs and store opened nuts properly. Around 14% of consumers prioritise managing their supplies. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming oven-roasting proves a reduction in fat
The way a product is prepared doesn’t tell you how much total fat it contains, nor does it prove that it contains less fat than a comparable product.
Compare the nutritional values for the exact variant, and treat the preparation description separately from any claim about reduced fat.
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Comparing a claim with the wrong snack
The claim investigated for Duyvis Oven Roasted Borrelnoten Herbs&Onion compares it with ordinary peanuts in a crispy coating in the Netherlands, not with all plain nuts. The AH page also states that this pack has been discontinued.
Check the comparison category used for the claim, and don’t treat it as proof that the product is lighter than another type of snack.
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Throwing away the packaging after filling the tin
The packaging contains product-specific ingredient and allergen information that colleagues may need to identify what’s in the tin.
Keep the label with the contents, and don’t use information from a different flavour or pack.
Brands worth considering
Duyvis
Worth considering for roasted and seasoned snacks, including Cashews Original.
- Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil.
- That preparation method is not a nutritional comparison. The investigated claim for Oven Roasted Borrelnoten Herbs&Onion is listed as discontinued at Albert Heijn, so it’s not a current buying recommendation.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts is an option if you’re looking for unsalted cashews.
- The product name confirms that these are unsalted cashews.
- Unsalted doesn’t mean reduced fat. Albert Heijn advises checking the packaging, as product and allergy information may change.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Cashew Nuts 200 g is a specific unsalted option.
- The product name gives the variant and a pack size of 200 g.
- These details don’t support a claim of reduced fat content.
Lidl
The mixed nuts described are unroasted and unsalted.
- The Lidl product page lists a 200 g bag.
- Unroasted and unsalted are product characteristics, but they don’t in themselves prove a reduction in fat.
ALDI
The cashews described are roasted and unsalted.
- The product page reviewed lists a 250 g pack.
- Roasting and being unsalted are not proof of reduced fat content.
PLUS
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashew Nuts 200 g is suitable if you’re looking for an unsalted, unroasted option.
- The product page lists the variant and a 200 g pack.
- Unroasted doesn’t confirm a lower fat content. PLUS advises checking the information on the packaging, as it may change.
Nuts and snacks at Joybuy
These products are nuts and snack options for the office. Compare the fat content per 100 g in the product information. Roasted, unsalted or made without added oil doesn’t automatically mean lower fat.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g
For anyone looking for roasted cashews without added oil; this characteristic doesn’t prove a lower total fat content.
Nutritional value: 43 g of fat per 100 g. The description lists 4–5 servings per pack and says to store in a cool, dry place.
The allergen information lists cashews, gluten, wheat and peanuts.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted 200 g
An option to compare if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashews for the tin; unsalted says nothing about fat reduction.
Nutritional value: 46.67 g of fat per 100 g.
Contains cashew nuts.
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g'woon Unroasted Mixed Nuts 500 g
For anyone who wants a mix of different nuts in the shared supply; unroasted doesn’t mean low in fat.
Nutritional value: 58.7 g of fat per 100 g.
Contains hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. The description mentions possible traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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J.ZAO Hickory Nuts 300 g, Lin’an Small Hickory Kernels
For anyone who wants individually packed snack portions to take along or share; the description mentions individually wrapped portions.
Nutritional value: 46.4 g of fat per 100 g.
Contains hickory nuts.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix 750 g / 30 Sachets
For pre-portioned snacks: the description lists 30 individual 25 g sachets.
Nutritional value: 40.7 g of fat per 100 g.
Contains walnuts, almonds, cashews and hazelnuts.
Frequently asked questions
Does ‘no added oil’ mean the same as ‘less fat’?
No. Duyvis describes the preparation method for Cashews Original. To compare total fat, you also need the nutritional values and a suitable basis for comparison.
How do I compare the amount of fat in a portion of nuts?
First compare the same quantity, then consider your own portion. The Voedingscentrum lists 14.9 g of fat for 25 g of unsalted nuts. This is a general reference, not the nutritional value of every pack.
What information should I keep with nuts in a shared snack tin?
Keep the original packaging or label with the contents. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority lists nuts and peanuts separately as allergens and states that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. This practical advice does not establish any additional legal requirements for every informal office snack tin.
How can I tell if cashews have gone off?
The Voedingscentrum lists rancid, tough or mouldy nuts as signs of spoilage. Also follow the storage information on the relevant packaging.
Does the NVWA warning apply to all unsalted cashews?
No. The warning issued by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority on 20 May 2026 relates specifically to Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. Don’t eat this specific product if you still have it. The warning doesn’t apply to all cashews or a shop’s entire range.