Whole Shelled Almonds

91 Excellent

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Nuts
Summary

Whole shelled almonds are a minimally processed, nutrient-dense food, rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber. They contain no additives or harmful ingredients, making them an excellent choice for a healthy diet. The simplicity and purity of the ingredient list contribute to their high rating, as they retain all their natural nutrients and health benefits. Its plastic packaging can shed microplastics into the food and lowers its score.

Key ingredients 1

Almonds
Very Good

Almonds are a nutrient-dense whole food rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber. They are minimally processed, retaining their natural nutrients and health benefits. Compared to processed snacks, almonds provide a superior nutritional profile with essential vitamins and minerals.

Benefits

Almonds are rich in monounsaturated fats that support heart health and provide anti-inflammatory properties. They also contain vitamin E, magnesium, and antioxidants that contribute to overall well-being.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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Whole Shelled Almonds

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Common questions

Is Whole Shelled Almonds healthy?

Whole Shelled Almonds scores 91/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Whole shelled almonds are a minimally processed, nutrient-dense food, rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber.

How processed is Whole Shelled Almonds?

Whole Shelled Almonds is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Whole Shelled 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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