Hazelnuts

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Common questions

Is Hazelnuts healthy?

Hazelnuts scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Hazelnuts are a minimally processed whole food, rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamins, and minerals.

How processed is Hazelnuts?

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

Which ingredients drive Hazelnuts' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Hazelnuts counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Hazelnuts

Whole Foods Market
85 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Whole Foods Market
Category Nuts
Summary

Hazelnuts are a minimally processed whole food, rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamins, and minerals. They provide significant nutritional benefits, supporting heart health and offering antioxidant properties. The product's simplicity and lack of harmful additives contribute to its high rating.

Key ingredients 1

Hazelnuts
Very Good

Hazelnuts are a nutrient-dense whole food rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. They are minimally processed, typically involving only shelling and roasting, which preserves their nutritional integrity. As a source of monounsaturated fats, they support heart health and provide antioxidant benefits.

Benefits

Rich in monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, and antioxidants, hazelnuts support heart health and may reduce inflammation. They also provide essential nutrients like magnesium and copper.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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