almonds

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Common questions

Is almonds healthy?

almonds scores 88/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Almonds are a minimally processed, nutrient-dense food rich in healthy fats, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals.

How processed is almonds?

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

Which ingredients drive almonds' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Almonds 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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almonds

Grape Tree
88 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Holland & Barrett
Category Nuts
Summary

Almonds are a minimally processed, nutrient-dense food rich in healthy fats, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. They retain their natural nutritional profile and are known for their heart health benefits due to their high content of monounsaturated fats. With no harmful substances or additives, they represent an excellent choice within their category.

Key ingredients 1

Almonds
Very Good

Almonds are a nutrient-dense food rich in healthy fats, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. They are minimally processed, retaining their natural nutritional profile. Almonds are known for their heart health benefits due to their high content of monounsaturated fats.

Benefits

Rich in monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, magnesium, and fiber, almonds support heart health, improve cholesterol levels, and provide antioxidant benefits.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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