If you want demonstrably less fat than in a comparable peanut snack, choose a product with a clear reduced-fat claim and a stated basis for comparison; ‘no added oil’ alone does not prove a reduction in fat. If your main aim is to control how much you eat, take a pre-measured portion with you and compare nutritional values on the same basis: unsalted peanuts are not automatically low in fat.
You’re looking for a comparable peanut snack that demonstrably contains less fat. Check the exact claim and the product it is compared with; the preparation method alone doesn’t tell you how much less fat it contains.
You want to take an amount to the picnic that suits how much you plan to eat. Compare nutritional values for equal portions, and don’t confuse an unsalted product with one that contains less fat.
You’re taking peanuts for several people and want to bear allergens, storage and warnings for young children in mind. Keep the product information handy when transferring the contents to another container.
First decide whether you’re looking for a demonstrable reduction in fat, want to take a smaller amount or are mainly concerned about salt and sharing; these are different reasons to buy.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who might find this more important? |
|---|---|---|
| Demonstrably less fat | Check the full claim, the product named for comparison and the fat content on the same basis, for example per 100 g. | If I want less fat than in a comparable peanut snack, I want to know which type of snack is being used for comparison. Around 36% of consumers give demonstrable fat reduction the highest priority. |
| Portion and nutritional value | Compare fat and energy per equal portion and decide in advance how much to take; a smaller portion doesn’t change the values per 100 g. | If I don’t want to keep eating from a large bag without realising it at the picnic, taking a pre-measured amount is practical. Around 29% of consumers focus mainly on portion size and energy. |
| Salt and flavour | Check both the salt content per 100 g and the ingredients; ‘no added oil’ doesn’t mean ‘unsalted’. | If I prefer unsalted peanuts or am looking for a savoury flavour, I want to consider that separately from fat reduction. Around 21% of consumers prioritise salt and flavour. |
| Taking them along and sharing | Check the storage and allergen information, and bear warnings for young children in mind. | For a picnic with others, I want to be able to check the packaging and warnings before sharing anything. Around 14% of consumers consider taking them along and sharing the most important points to consider. |
A preparation method that uses no added oil doesn’t tell you how much fat a product contains compared with a similar snack.
Look for an explicit reduced-fat claim with a named basis for comparison, and check the nutritional information for the exact variant.
The claim examined for Duyvis Herbs&Onion compares peanuts in a crispy coating with average plain coated peanuts in the Netherlands, not with all plain peanuts.
Compare the same type of snack, and don’t assume from the claim that the variant contains fewer calories than plain peanuts.
The product information for AH Unsalted Peanuts 300 g lists 12 portions of 25 g, so the whole pack is not the same as one portion.
Decide how much you want to take before you set off, and compare nutritional values for that same portion size.
If you transfer peanuts to another container, the ingredients, allergens and warnings are no longer visible alongside the snack.
Keep the original packaging or a photo of the label, and check for allergens and warnings for young children before sharing.
The product information gives examples of different preparation methods and claims for specific Duyvis snacks.
AH Unsalted Peanuts 300 g is a specific example for anyone wanting to compare portion information and salt content.
The product information offers examples for anyone wanting to compare the ingredients and nutritional values of specific peanut products.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts 250 g provides specific information about ingredients, storage and sharing.
Lidl’s product information describes a standard roasted, salted peanut snack.
ALDI’s product description features a roasted, salted snack from Trader Joe’s.
These Joybuy products include unsalted, roasted, unroasted and in-shell peanuts to suit different snacking preferences. The nutritional values and preparation methods listed do not, by themselves, provide a comparison that proves a reduced-fat benefit.
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A possible choice if you want to take unsalted peanuts with you; the product information also lists sunflower oil.
Nutritional values per 100 g: 50 g fat and 0.02 g salt. May contain cashew nuts.
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A possible choice if you’re looking for a savoury peanut snack that’s ready to eat.
The product information lists 50 g of fat and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g. This alone doesn’t establish the exact reduced-fat comparison.
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A possible choice if you want to take peanuts in their shells and eat them straight from the shell.
The product information lists 49 g of fat per 100 g and recommends storing in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack securely. May contain traces of other nuts.
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A possible choice if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted peanuts; the product information says no salt has been added.
The product information lists 100% peanuts, 50 g of fat and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g. Contains peanuts.
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A possible choice if you want to prepare raw peanuts yourself; they need to be cooked first to make a roasted snack.
The product information lists 49 g of fat per 100 g. Contains peanuts.
No. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. ‘Less fat’ is a comparison, so check which product is being used as the basis for comparison. The claim examined for Duyvis Herbs&Onion relates to average plain peanuts in a crispy coating in the Netherlands.
No. This describes the preparation method and doesn’t establish a specific percentage reduction in fat. Duyvis uses this description for Oven Baked Peanuts Original; the Jumbo product page for the 225 g variant lists 50 g of fat per 100 g.
Take the amount you want in a well-sealed container, or close the pack carefully. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a sealed container in a dry place; PLUS recommends keeping its unsalted peanuts in a cool, dark place. Follow the instructions and use-by information on your pack for the rest.
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products, and peanuts are one of the 14 allergens consumers must be informed about. Also check the ingredients in any coating and look out for any additional warnings.
Don’t assume that whole peanuts are suitable for young children. The Albert Heijn and PLUS product information examined warns that young children could choke on peanuts.
