If you want less fat per eating occasion, compare the nutritional information for the same quantity of product, then decide how much to take with you. According to the European Commission, a solid food must contain no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g to qualify as low-fat; unsalted or oven-roasted does not, by itself, mean a product meets that limit. Measuring out a portion of regular nuts can help you control how much you eat, but it does not change the fat content per 100 g.
You want to know how much fat the finished product contains and what a comparative claim is based on. According to the European Commission, solid foods can contain a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g to qualify for the low-fat claim.
You’re looking for nuts to add to a breakfast that might include yoghurt, wholegrain breakfast cereal and fruit. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists nuts as a possible addition to muesli.
You want to take regular unsalted nuts with you and weigh out how much you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.
First, check whether you’re looking for a lower fat content per 100 g or simply want to take a smaller portion with you. These are different choices: portion control does not lower the product’s fat content.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content and claim | Compare total fat per 100 g and check which product the claim refers to. | If I want less fat, I want to know whether the claim applies to the finished product and what it has been compared with. Around 33% of consumers in this choice context prioritise a demonstrably lower fat content. |
| Amount per portion | Weigh the amount you take with you and compare the nutritional values using the same quantity of product. | If I want to control how much I have with breakfast, I look beyond the pack and consider the portion I’ve measured out. Around 27% of consumers prioritise portion control most. |
| Breakfast pairing | Check whether the nuts go well with the rest of your breakfast and whether you’re looking for an unsalted variety. | If I want to eat nuts with yoghurt or wholegrain breakfast cereal, I consider how they fit into my breakfast. Around 27% of consumers prioritise adding nuts to breakfast. |
| Taking them with you and storage | Check the pack size and follow the storage instructions; store nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. | If I want to portion nuts in advance for breakfast on the go, I also want to be able to store the rest of the pack properly. Around 13% of consumers place particular importance on taking, portioning and storing nuts. |
These descriptions don’t prove that the finished product’s total fat content is below the limit for a low-fat claim.
Check the total fat per 100 g and read carefully to see what a comparative claim refers to.
A portion contains less product, but that doesn’t mean the fat content per 100 g is lower. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 25 g of unsalted nuts as a general example, containing 14,9 g of fat and 164 kcal; these are not values for a specific product.
First compare the same quantity of product, then decide how much you want to take with you.
Jumbo and PLUS list cashew nuts in 200 g bags. A pack’s contents aren’t automatically the amount you’ll want to take for one breakfast.
Measure out your portion in advance, then seal the rest tightly and store it in a dry place, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.
One relevant product range is the seasoned peanut snack with a crunchy coating, including Oven Roasted.
AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts are a specific unsalted product option.
Jumbo Unsalted Cashew Nuts are listed in a 200 g bag.
One listed product range is Unsalted Californian Pistachios.
An unsalted nut mix has been sold in the range under the name TRADER JOE'S.
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashew Nuts are listed in a 200 g bag.
This selection features regular nuts that you can portion yourself for breakfast on the go; it isn’t a low-fat option.
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These regular almonds may suit you if you want to measure out a portion to add to yoghurt; they are not a low-fat option.
The product information lists 50 g of fat per 100 g. That’s above the European Commission’s maximum limit of 3 g per 100 g for a low-fat claim on solid foods.
No. According to the European Commission, solid foods must contain no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g to qualify for the low-fat claim. A comparative claim, such as the specific supplier claim of 30% less fat than regular peanuts in a crunchy coating, doesn’t indicate that absolute limit.
Measure out the amount you want to take with you in advance and, for example, add it to yoghurt with wholegrain breakfast cereal and fruit. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre suggests muesli with nuts as an option; check the nutritional information and ingredients of the products you choose.
Store nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, and follow the instructions on the packaging too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10 to 15 °C as an example of a cool place to store them.
Check the allergen information and any cross-contamination warning on the packaging of the specific variety. Duyvis says that any possible traces of nuts and peanuts are indicated on the packaging. A fat claim tells you nothing about allergens.
Yes. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, food businesses must inform consumers about allergens present in their products; this is a legal requirement.
