Organic coated peanuts are not automatically a suitable snack just before a workout. Consider how soon you’ll be exercising, the portion size and the ingredients. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against large portions and foods high in fat, protein or fibre immediately before exercise. Also check the organic certification and allergen information on the packaging of the exact product you’re considering.
If you want to have a small snack shortly before a workout, timing, portion size and ingredients are all worth considering. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against large portions and foods high in fat, protein or fibre immediately before exercise.
If you’re looking for an organic snack, check the organic label and certification on the exact product. The European Commission and the Dutch government explain that ‘organic’ is a protected term.
If you want to check the ingredients or allergens, read the information for the exact flavour. The labels we reviewed differ in their references to milk and celery, as well as peanuts and wheat.
There are four things to consider: timing and how it sits on your stomach, verifiable organic production, portion size and ingredients, and allergens in each flavour.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Timing and stomach comfort | The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a proper meal around 2 to 3 hours before exercise. Shortly before a workout, a large portion or foods high in fat, protein or fibre may be less suitable; spicy food can cause digestive problems for some people. | If I eat shortly before a workout, I want to consider my portion size and how it will sit on my stomach. Around 36% of consumers prioritise timing and stomach comfort. |
| Organic certification | Check for the organic label and the EU organic logo on the exact product. Pre-packed organic food sold within the EU should also have a control code and an indication of the agricultural origin on the label. | I want to be able to check whether this particular product is organic, rather than relying on a shop’s range or a claim about additives. Around 28% of consumers give verifiable organic production top priority. |
| Portion size and ingredients | Compare nutritional values on the same basis and consider how much you’ll actually eat. Jumbo lists nutritional values for Borrelnoten Cocktail per 100 g and per 25 g portion, among other information; that labelled portion is not a recommendation for exercise. | If I want to adjust the amount I eat, I compare the nutritional values per 100 g and per portion. Around 18% of consumers give portion size and ingredients top priority. |
| Allergens in each flavour | Check the ingredients list and any warnings about possible traces on the current packaging. The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains allergen labelling; information can vary between flavours. | When it comes to allergens, I check the ingredients and warnings for the exact flavour before choosing. Around 18% of consumers prioritise meeting their allergen-related dietary requirements. |
Organic certification relates to how a product is made. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice on when to eat focuses on timing, portion size and factors such as fat, protein and fibre.
Assess the organic label and whether the snack is suitable for that moment separately.
The Duyvis packaging we reviewed says that no preservatives or artificial colourings have been added. That is not the same as organic certification.
If you’re looking for an organic product, check for product-specific organic information on the exact packaging.
Jumbo lists a 25 g portion, but the portion used for nutritional information doesn’t tell you on its own whether that amount is right for your workout.
Use the labelled portion to understand quantities, and consider the timing and ingredients as well.
The PLUS Borrelnoten Mild product we reviewed lists milk and celery, among other ingredients. The Jumbo Borrelnoten Cocktail product we reviewed lists peanuts and wheat and warns that it may contain various nuts.
Check the ingredients list and warnings for the exact flavour every time you buy it.
Worth considering for coated peanuts with a crunchy shell.
Worth considering for own-brand coated peanuts and on-pack product information.
Worth considering for own-brand coated peanuts, including the cocktail variety.
Worth considering as a place to shop for different varieties of coated peanuts.
Worth considering as a supermarket with a category for nuts, seeds and kernels.
Worth considering for own-brand coated peanuts, including PLUS Borrelnoten Mild.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a proper meal around 2 to 3 hours before exercise. If you eat shortly before a workout, avoid a large portion or foods high in fat, protein or fibre. This advice doesn’t guarantee that a particular coated peanut will suit everyone.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre suggests options such as a small part of your meal, wholemeal bread with reduced-fat spread and 100% nut butter, or low-fat yoghurt with fresh fruit. These are examples for that mealtime, not organic coated peanuts.
No. The Dutch government describes ‘organic’ as a protected term for certified organic products. The EU organic logo may only be used on products certified as organic by a recognised control authority or control body. Pre-packed organic food sold within the EU should also have a control code and an indication of the agricultural origin on the label.
No. Albert Heijn describes AH Biologisch Pistache noten as shelled, unsalted pistachios; Duyvis describes coated peanuts as peanuts with a crunchy coating. They are different types of product.
Read the ingredients list and product warnings for the exact variety. The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that the 14 allergens that must be declared are listed in the ingredients list and clearly distinguished from the other ingredients. Warnings about possible traces can also vary by product.
