Nuts and Seeds
These should be unsalted and raw, not roasted. It’s best to store them in the fridge as this prevents rancidity and increases their shelf-life. Aim to soak small quantities for at least two hours in cold filtered water before eating them, to improve their digestibility:
- Walnuts
- Pecans
- Brazil nuts
- Hazelnuts
- Almonds
- Flaxseeds (linseeds)
- Sesame seeds
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sunflower seeds
- Pine Nuts
- Poppy seeds
- Chia seeds
- Hemp seeds
- Macadamia nuts
- Coconut
Nut Butters
It’s best to look out for raw brands or even make your own at home! Store in the fridge to preserve their fats. It’s best to avoid peanut butter due to its toxic moulds:
- Hazelnut butter
- Almond butter
- Brazil Nut Butter
- Cashew butter
- Pumpkin seed butter
- Tahini
- Coconut butter
- Cacao Butter