Walnut

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Common questions

Is Walnut healthy?

Walnut scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Walnuts are a minimally processed, nutrient-dense food rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and essential nutrients.

How processed is Walnut?

Walnut is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

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Walnut

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85 Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Publix
Category Nuts
Summary

Walnuts are a minimally processed, nutrient-dense food rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and essential nutrients. They offer significant health benefits, particularly for heart health, without any harmful additives or processing concerns. As a whole food, they are an excellent choice for a healthy diet.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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