Organic Blanched Almonds

Almond & Peach Cake

Banana & Almond Muffins

Simple Vegan Oat Cookies

Vegan Nutella

Quinoa Tabbouleh

Banana & Strawberry Pancakes

Whether you eat nuts raw or roasted, they provide you with great health benefits. 1. Lower risk of contamination Roasting or toasting the nuts can reduce the risk of contamination. Processing any food item at high temperatures, such as cooking, baking and roasting, helps to eliminate germs and miscreants that can appear in the produce. Roasted nuts are then more purified and safer to eat. 2. Easy digestion Roasted nuts are better for your digestive system. Cooked food is always easier to digest compared to raw food. When food is cooked or roasted, it will be more likely easier to break down in your stomach. 3. Better flavour Roasting or toasting makes nuts taste better. Roasting enhances the taste and texture of the nuts. Thanks to roasting, nuts are more crispy and crunchy and, therefore, more enjoyable to eat. 4. Roasted nuts nutrition Roasted nuts are good for you and provide great health benefits for your body and mind. They contain similar amounts (if no salt, oil or sugar was added) of protein, fibre and carbohydrates and calories as raw nuts however you must remember that roasting nuts may damage their healthy fat content and can slightly reduce their nutrients. Are there any risks of eating roasted nuts? Roasting some type of nuts in high temperatures can the lead to the formation of a harmful substance called acrylamide. Acrylamide is a chemical compound that can form in some foods during high-temperature cooking processes, such as frying, grilling, roasting, and baking. It is often found in cookies, cakes, bread, cereals, potato products such as crisps and chips, and roasted coffee. Although acrylamide was detected in roasted almonds and pistachios it was not found in macadamia nuts, walnuts or hazelnuts. Consuming roasted nuts in moderation should not be dangerous. 5. How to roast nuts at home? Heat up the oven up to 180 degrees C. Spread the nuts on the baking tray and roast them for about 5-10 minutes. All of nuts are great for roasting. The roasting time depends on the type of nuts. Tender nuts like walnuts, pecans, cashews or pistachios need a gentle treatment: from 5 to 8 minutes of roasting. Harder nuts like hazelnuts, peanuts, almonds and macadamias need a bit more time - from 8 to 10 minutes to get beautifully toasted. Nuts are ready when they start looking a bit darker (not too dark!) and have a lovely toasty smell. Roasting temperature has much greater impact on acrylamide formation than the roasting time. Roasting almonds at a temperature below 130°C will reduce acrylamide formation.

We know that almonds offer incredible benefits for human health, but now researchers have found more evidence that almonds are particularly great for our gut health. A healthy gut promotes immunity According to a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, eating a handful of almonds every day increases butyrate production. Butyrate is a short-chain fatty acid that improves gut health. In the gut, there are thousands of microorganisms that play an essential role in digesting nutrients. They can positively or negatively influence our health, including our digestive and immune systems. It all depends on the food we consume. Results of previous studies suggest that eating healthy foods can be great for the good bacteria in our gut. Almonds promote gut health & boost immunity A team of scientists from King's College London researched the influence of whole and ground almonds on the structure of gut microbes. The researchers recruited 87 healthy adults with some unhealthy habits to take part in the study. These were people eating unhealthy snacks like crisps, chocolate and sweets and already consuming less than the recommended amount of dietary fibre. Almonds as a healthy snack The researchers divided the participants into three groups and recommended snack change for a trial of four weeks. Group one - the participants replaced their unhealthy snacks with 56 g of whole almonds a day. Group two - the participants changed their snacks to 56 g of ground almonds daily. Group three - the control group where participants just ate energy-matched muffins once a day. Almonds increase the production of butyrate The study results show that butyrate was significantly higher among participants who ate almonds when compared to those who consumed the muffins. Butyrate is the primary source of fuel for the cells lining the large intestine (colon). When these cells are healthy and effective, the gut microbes flourish, creating a strong gut wall and all the essential nutrients to be absorbed. When the gut wall is weak, it quickly leads to inflammation, and the body cannot absorb all the nutrients it needs. Almonds can help improve constipation problems The researchers observed that eating more almonds can benefit those with constipation problems. Although no difference was observed in gut transit time (the time food moves through the gut), the whole-almond eaters experienced an extra 1.5 bowel movements per week compared to other participants. Commenting on the study results, Professor Kevin Whelan, Head of the Department of Nutritional Sciences at King's College London, said: "Part of the way in which the gut microbiota impact human health is through the production of short-chain fatty acids, such as butyrate. These molecules act as a fuel source for cells in the colon, they regulate the absorption of other nutrients in the gut, and help balance the immune system. We think these findings suggest almond consumption may benefit bacterial metabolism in a way that has the potential to influence human health." Almonds are a great source of fibre The study results also show that consuming more almonds can improve people's diet, providing them with fibre, healthy monosaturated fatty acids, potassium and other important nutrients when compared to the control group who ate muffins as their daily snack. What can you do to increase butyrate levels? The best way to improve your gut microbiome and make it produce butyrate is to eat more plant-based products that are high in fibre, starch and pectin, including whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, fresh vegetables and fruits. Replace your bad snacking habits with natural healthy snacks. Buy almonds online at Wholefood Earth and boost your immunity before the cold season.

Here at Wholefood Earth, we’re absolutely nuts about Nuts! They are one of our favourite healthy snack alternatives and make a tasty addition to a healthy, balanced diet. But have you ever wondered, what exactly is a nut? And where do nuts come from? Well, we’re here to help answer all your nut related questions and help you find out more about the health benefits of this small but mighty food source. What is a Nut? Nuts are found all over the world, usually in warmer climates and are grown on shrubs and trees. But did you know that nuts are actually a type of fruit? In botanical terms, nuts are a particular kind of dry fruit that has a single seed, a hard shell, and a protective husk. However, from a culinary perspective, the term ‘nuts’ is much more relaxed and generally in line with what most people think are nuts — large, oily kernels found within a shell. The exception to this is peanuts, which aren’t technically nuts at all - they’re actually part of the legume family. One reason for this is the fact that peanuts grow underground instead of above ground. Nevertheless, most people still generally view them as nuts due to their similar characteristics and nutrition profile. What Are the Different Types of Nuts There are many different kinds of nuts, all of them come with unique nutritional benefits, and all are delicious in their own right. In general, the macronutrients of most nuts are very similar, but the micronutrients in the different types may slightly differ. Due to this, it’s best to consume a varied mixture of nuts in order to optimize the individual benefits of each different type - you can’t go wrong with a handful of nuts a day! Here’s a list of some of the most common and popular nuts – Almonds Brazil Nuts Cashew Nuts Hazelnuts Macadamia Nuts Peanuts Pecans Pine Nuts Pistachios Walnuts What Are The Health Benefits of Nuts? There are a multitude of health benefits you can enjoy from including nuts in your diet. Some people may think nuts are not good for you due to their high fat content, but it’s mainly healthier unsaturated fat that they contain. They also contain important nutrients such as protein, B vitamins, vitamin E and minerals, including iron, potassium, selenium, magnesium, zinc and copper. Nuts are a great source of fibre. Evidence suggests that a diet rich in fibre is associated with a lower risk of several chronic diseases including diabetes and heart disease. Increasing your fibre intake also helps support and regulate your digestive system. Adding nuts to your diet has also been associated with improved heart health. This is due to the fact eating nuts helps maintain the health of the arteries, reduces the build-up of plaque deposits and the risk of blood clots, whilst also balancing cholesterol. Nut consumption may also aid in weight loss, as long as you exercise portion control. Including nuts in your diet has been linked to reduced hunger and feeling fuller for longer. Some evidence even suggests that a nut rich diet may help to boost the number of calories burned at whilst resting. Are Nuts Good For You? In short, yes nuts (barring a serious allergy) are indeed very good for you! Despite the high fat and calorie content, nuts still provide an impressive amount of health and weight benefits. Research does show that by making nuts a regular staple of a healthy diet it can help regulate our weight and may even protect against diseases. Nuts are high in energy and are packed full of nutrients and minerals. Swapping out your meat and dairy for a plant-based protein such a nuts, is also recommended as a more sustainable way of eating to help our planet. It’s also a great way for people on a vegan or plant-based diet to get their daily protein in. Just remember to eat them in moderation, the daily recommendation for nuts is 30g a day which is approximately 20 Almonds, 15 Cashews or 10 Brazil nuts. Also make sure to pick nuts that are unsalted and without coatings, which can add extra fat, and sometimes sugar and salt. We suggest snacking on them raw or slightly toasting them in the oven – delicious! Luckily, here at Wholefood Earth we’ve got you covered for all your raw and organic nut needs.

Mid-January can make us feel all a bit lost, but it’s time to get back to routine! Now the festive period is done and dusted, it’s time to get back into the flow of things. Which might mean focusing on healthy eating, keeping active, reducing alcohol intake, embarking on your New Year’s Resolutions! All this in mind, we thought we would recommend our January Detox Range! Featuring: Clipper Teas – Detox/Nettle/Dandelion These Herbal Teas can be great for Bloating, Indigestion, Water Retention, Soothing for your tummy after an indulgent Christmas. 3 cups a day in between meals.https://wholefoodearth.com/pages/search-results-page?q=tea&page=2 Together Vitamin D –This Sunshine Vitamin is harder to come by at this time of year, so supplementing in the wintery months is vital. Vitamin D is amazing for your energy levels, bone health, low mood, teeth, hair, skin and nails. Overall Vitality and certainly puts a spring into your step! This product is Vegan Friendly too! (Please consult with your GP/Health Care Professional if unsure or on any Medication) https://wholefoodearth.com/products/together-health-vegan-vitamin-d3-food-supplement-30-capsules Willy’s Kombucha Kombucha is fabulous for your digestion. The Apple Cider Vinegar version is a power packed Detox Drink, rich in natural probiotics. Customers say they feel energised and invigorated with improved digestion. Also great for Colds, Sore Throats, Hair Skin and Nails, Tummy Upset and so much more! The Apple Cider Vinegar Edition comes in three flavours: Apple, Blackcurrant and Raspberry and Introducing Willy’s Ginger Beer – Alcohol Free! Ginger is great for Nausea, Sickness, Stomach Discomfort and Indigestion. (Please consult with your GP/Health Care Professional if unsure or suffer with any Medical Conditions)|https://wholefoodearth.com/products/willys-ginger-kombucha-beer-250ml Donat Water Donat is back in stock! High in demand, this Magnesium Water is magical. Not only great for Indigestion, Heart Burn, Constipation you name it! It is also great for those suffering with Muscle Cramps, Restless Leg Syndrome, Stiffness, Muscle Spasms, Aches and Pains, Low Mood & Stress, Energy levels and may even help you sleep! Magnesium is an adaptogen and adapts to what your body needs. Drink daily for optimum efficiency. https://wholefoodearth.com/products/donat-mg-magnesium-water Wholefood Earth Soya Mince/Chunks A lot of us look to reduce processed and rich foods in the New Year. By swapping meat for plant-based meat alternatives, you will be reducing your fat and cholesterol intake and increasing protein and fibre. Two nutrients vital for helping you feel full, energised, for muscle recovery and overall health. Why not try our Soya Mince in your Bolognese, Cottage Pies, Chilli etc and the Chunks in Stir Fries, Casseroles, Curries, Salads and more! Simply rehydrate in boiled water for 15 mins to an hour depending on the texture you like and mix into your cooking! Super healthy, Versatile, Low Fat, High Protein…Yay! https://wholefoodearth.com/pages/search-results-page?q=soya+mince Pop into our Ramsgate store to see the full range or shop online!

Not all almonds are equal. The ones we source come from Spain, and that is a deliberate choice rather than a happy accident. Spanish almonds have a reputation among bakers, chocolatiers and chefs for a reason: more flavour, more oil, and a depth you simply do not get from the big, uniform, heavily irrigated nuts that dominate the global market. Here is where they grow, how they grow, and why the Spanish way produces such a good almond. Where they grow Spain is one of the oldest almond-growing countries in the world, and its orchards stretch across a sun-drenched belt down the eastern and southern side of the country. The classic regions are the Levante in the southeast, around Alicante and Murcia, along with Catalonia, Valencia, Aragon and Andalusia. Each area has its own microclimate and soil, which is why Spain grows such a rich mix of traditional varieties rather than a single commercial one. Two of those varieties stand out. Marcona is the famous one: round, plump and buttery, with a sweet, delicate flavour that makes it the almond behind classic turron and marzipan. It is a pure native Spanish variety, not a graft or a hybrid, and is thought to have originated around Alicante. Largueta is the other great Spanish almond, longer and flatter with a firmer bite, traditionally grown across Catalonia, Valencia, Aragon and Murcia. Between them they show off exactly what Spanish terroir can do. How they grow: the dry-farming difference This is the heart of why Spanish almonds taste the way they do. Most of Spain's almond trees, around 83 percent of the planted area, are grown rainfed, or dry-farmed. That means the trees are not irrigated on demand. Instead they live on winter rainfall held deep in the soil, and they have to work for it through the long, hot Mediterranean summer. That mild-winter, hot-summer climate is ideal for almonds, but the lack of irrigation is the clever part. A tree under gentle water stress produces fewer, smaller nuts, but it concentrates everything into them. Spanish almonds end up with a higher oil content, which is what gives them that soft, juicy texture and intense flavour. Research on rainfed Spanish orchards has even found that this kind of water stress can raise the almonds' polyphenol and antioxidant levels, so the nuts are not just tastier but nutritionally richer too. Soil and weather, working together Spain's almond belt sits on a varied patchwork of soils, from clay to sandy to limestone, and different varieties are matched to the ground that suits them best. Combine those soils with hot, dry, sunny summers and cool winters, and you get slow, natural ripening with no shortcuts. The weather does the work that irrigation does elsewhere, and the result shows up in the cup, or in this case, the kernel. Why we choose organic, from there Dry-farmed Spanish orchards are a natural fit for organic growing. Because the trees are already adapted to a low-input, low-water way of life, organic methods suit them rather than fight them. Good growers use legume cover crops between the trees, which restore soil fertility, hold moisture, prevent erosion and keep the ground alive without synthetic inputs. Organic rainfed farming does come at a cost: yields are a little lower, by roughly ten percent, which is part of why these almonds command a higher price. But studies of these marginal, low-input growing areas consistently find the nuts come out with higher nutritional quality. For us that trade-off is worth it. We would rather have fewer, better almonds, grown in a way that looks after the soil, than a cheaper nut grown intensively. The harvest Almonds are harvested at the end of the long summer, usually from late August into autumn, once the green outer hull has split to reveal the shell inside. Timing is everything, because harvest date has a real effect on the almond's chemical make-up and flavour, so the nuts are picked when they are properly ripe rather than to suit a schedule. Traditionally the trees are shaken and the fallen nuts gathered, then hulled, dried and sorted. It is a rhythm that has barely changed in centuries, and it still produces a better nut. Spanish almonds are not the biggest or the cheapest, and that is exactly the point. Grown on old varieties, dry-farmed under the Mediterranean sun, ripened slowly in varied soils and harvested when they are ready, they offer more oil, more flavour and more goodness per nut. Choosing organic from Spain means choosing the way of growing almonds that puts quality and the land ahead of sheer volume, and you can taste the difference. Variety availability and growing practices vary by season and supplier. Check the product information for details on each almond we stock.

Switching away from Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs) doesn't mean you need to become a full-time chef. The secret to a healthy, whole-food lunchbox is assembly, not just cookery. At Whole Food Earth, we've simplified the process into a 5-step checklist. If you have these staples in your cupboard (bought in bulk to save you time and money), you can build a balanced, nutrient-dense lunch in under five minutes. The 5-Step Lunchbox Checklist 1. The "Slow-Release" Base (The Main) Avoid white, processed breads that lead to afternoon energy crashes. The 5-Minute Move: A whole-wheat wrap or pitta stuffed with Whole Food Earth Organic Chickpeas (mashed with a little avocado or Greek yoghurt) for a "quick coronation" filling. The Pro Move: Keep a batch of cooked Organic Quinoa or Whole-wheat Pasta in the fridge to toss with olive oil and seeds in 60 seconds. 2. The "Crunch" (The Veg) Vegetables provide the essential fibre that processed snacks lack. The 5-Minute Move: Slice cucumber, peppers, or carrots into "dippers." The Pro Move: Add a small pot of hummus or nut-free seed butter for dipping. 3. The "Natural Sweet" (The Fruit) Swap the "fruit gummies" (which are often just sugar and thickeners) for real fruit. The 5-Minute Move: An apple, a handful of grapes, or a satsuma. The Pro Move: Pack a few of our Organic Medjool Dates or Dried Apricots. They provide the "candy" hit kids love but with the fibre that prevents a sugar spike. 4. The "Brain Fuel" (The Snack) This is where you replace the processed crisps or cereal bars. The 5-Minute Move: A small handful of Pumpkin Seeds or Sunflower Seeds (perfect for nut-free schools). The Pro Move: DIY "Energy Balls." Spend 10 minutes on Sunday blitzing Organic Oats, dates, and a splash of water, then roll into balls. They last all week in the fridge. 5. The Hydration The Only Move: Water. If your child finds it boring, add a few Organic Goji Berries or a slice of lemon to the bottle for a natural, sugar-free "infusion." 3 Whole-Food Lunchbox Hacks for Busy Mornings The "Pre-Prep" Jar: Use our glass storage jars to keep pre-chopped veg or pre-washed berries. It makes "grabbing and packing" a 10-second task. Bulk is Best: Don't buy individual snack packs. Buy your Organic Roasted Chickpeas or Raw Nuts in our 1kg or 2kg bags. It's cheaper, reduces plastic waste, and ensures you never run out mid-week. Check the Nut Policy: Many UK schools are nut-free. If yours is, swap almond butter for Sunflower Seed Butter and use seeds instead of nuts in your home bakes. The Whole Food Earth Promise: Accuracy at Your Door We know that when you're managing a household, you need reliability. Whether you are ordering a 1kg bag of Organic Porridge Oats for the week's breakfasts or a bulk bag of seeds for the term, we don't leave anything to chance. Every order is verified at our dispatch station. Our team ensures that you receive exactly what you paid for, so your "bulk-buy" budget goes further. In a world of shrinking portions and rising costs, we provide a weight-verified guarantee of value and quality. Ready to stock your lunchbox station? From the raw staples to the healthy snacks, find everything you need to fuel their day. Shop Healthy Snacks Browse Our Organic Range