Organic Peeled Almonds

History

The origin of the almond is to be found, without a doubt, in Central Asia, as there are numerous wild species in all the mountain areas ranging from Tien-Shan to Azerbaijan, Turkestan, Afghanistan, and Iran. 

Domestic almonds appeared in the early Bronze Age (3000–2000 BCE). An archaeological example of almonds are the fruits found in the Tomb of Tutankhamun in Egypt (about 1325 BC).C.), probably imported from the Levant. 

The Romans knew the almond by the name of Greek Walnut and it was already mentioned by Virgil, Horace and Columella in their writings. The almond tree is mentioned in the Pharmacopoeia of Scribonio Largo and in the works of Pliny from the first century CE. 

The geographical spread of the plant should be credited to the Romans, who brought the almond tree to the Alps and beyond. Its properties, already known or hinted at by Hippocrates, were recognized by the Arabs and spread by them in the Middle Ages throughout all the countries of the Mediterranean basin, in every official pharmacopoeia and, even more so, in folk remedies. In North America, the introduction of almonds dates back to the sixteenth century, while in Chile the plant arrived in the second half of the seventeenth century. 

The almond tree is regarded with great reverence in many cultures. In Hebrew its name means ‘shaken’, ‘shook’, ‘hard-working’ or ‘vigilante’, so much so that in Israel, where it is very commercialized, it is one of the first trees to bloom at the beginning of February, coinciding with Tu BiShvat, a festival also known by the name of New Year of the Trees. It is also mentioned ten times in the Bible, beginning with Genesis 43:11, where it is described as “among the best fruits.” In the pagan tradition, almond growing goes back to The Legend of the beautiful Phyllis, a princess of Thrace who was in love with Acamas. He followed the Achaeans into the war of Troy and when, after ten years of war, the survivors returned to their cities, Phyllis died of despair at not seeing her Acamas return. The goddess Athena, taking pity on this tragedy, decided to turn the princess into a beautiful almond tree. When Acamas, who had not died, returned home and heard of Phyllis’s fate, he embraced the almond tree, which returned the favour with its bare branches bursting into flower instead of sprouting leaves. 

The almond has a low purine and sodium chloride content and is, therefore, a type of food recommended for people with diabetes and those suffering from kidney disease, but it is not suitable for older people due to its acidity. 

Sweet almond oil is used in the preparation of ointments, emulsions, liniments and medicinal soaps, and is also popular in perfumery and in cosmetics. 

The vitamin E content of this nut is exceptional: each 100 g of peeled almonds bring a content of vitamin E equal to 198% of the nutrient reference, the equivalent value for shelled almonds rises to 203%. 

Vitamin E is an antioxidant, whose function is to protect cells from oxidative damage. The lipid part of the almonds is used in the form of oil, that is used as an emollient for dry and sensitive skin. The oil extracted from sweet almonds is highly eudermic, in that it improves the nutrition of skin tissues, and is not comedogenic in that it does not aggravate or cause acne. It is easily absorbed by the skin and is rich in vitamin E and minerals. It can be used as a massage oil, and aromatised with essential oils to perfume the skin. 

Another predominant feature of the almond is its high lipid quality. Almonds contain many fats, most of them monounsaturated and therefore regarded as ‘good’; this characteristic makes the almonds beneficial for the cardiovascular system. Good fats have the ability to reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) levels and increase good cholesterol (HDL) levels. 

Almond is included in the list of food allergens (Annex 2 Section III of Italian Legislative Decree. 109/1992 as amended and extended) 

Source: 

Nutspaper “Almond” 1/2008 

https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prunus_dulcis 

This advice given SHOULD NOT IN ANY WAY TO BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE OR A PRESCRIPTION. The information provided is for informative and educational purposes only, and therefore they are not intended in any way to replace medical advice. If you have a medical condition you should always consult your doctor. 

Selection

Buy Organic Peeled Almonds Online

We want to nurture your love for natural organic almonds. Among many almonds available to buy, as nut experts we have selected organic peeled almonds that are grown with respect for our supply chain.

Where to buy organic peeled almonds?

Peeled organic almonds are only to be found on our online nut shop and nowhere else offline. This is the only way we can provide you with quality, organic peeled almonds from our supply chain, available in large packs at an affordable price.

Properties

According to USDA analyses, 100 g organic peeled almonds contain:

• Thiamine (0.19 mg - 17% of NRV)
• Niacin (3.5 mg - 22% of NRV)
• Iron (3.3 mg – 24% of NRV)
• Folacin (49 µg - 25% of NRV)
• Calcium (236 mg - 30% of NRV)
• Zinc (3.0 mg - 30% of NRV)
• Potassium (659 mg - 33% of NRV)
• Riboflavin (0.71 mg - 51% of NRV)
• Phosphorus (481 mg - 69% of NRV)
• Magnesium (268 mg - 71% of NRV)
• Manganese (1.8 mg - 90% of NRV)
• Copper (1.0 mg - 100% of NRV)
• Vitamin E (24 mg – 200% of NRV)
• Protein (21 g)
• Fibre (9.9 g)

It should be noted that almonds are included in the list of allergens (Annex 2 Reg. EU 1169/2011 and as amended)

Dose recommendations

Each pack of 1 kg of organic peeled almonds contains about 32 portions of 30 g that provide: 

• 31% of the Nutrient Reference Value of Copper; 
• 28% of the Nutrient Reference Value of Manganese; 
• 21% of the Nutrient Reference Value of Phosphorus; 

Affordable price

Affordable price means to us offering our clients organic peeled almonds with no added salt that everybody can enjoy.  

We want, on the one hand, to place the proper value on raw materials in order to obtain a quality product by paying our farmers a fair price; on the other hand, we want to fulfil your needs when it comes to pricing. 

We establish fair long-term relationships with our producers to avoid race-to-the-bottom pricing and that are based on trust as part of our efforts to offer you the finest and most natural product. 

Not only that: by choosing large packs of organic peeled almonds you are also contributing to the reduction in the use of plastic. 

How much does 1 kg of organic peeled almonds cost?

The price per kg for organic peeled almonds depends on the almonds' quality, variety and origin. On Nuturally, we have selected the best organic peeled almonds with respect for our supply chain, farmers, and raw materials.

Storage

You can store organic peeled almonds in cool, dry places away from heat and moisture. Here are 4 useful tips:  

• The best way to store organic peeled almonds is in a refrigerated environment. Nuturally organic peeled almonds can also be stored at room temperature during the winter season due to low temperatures. During summer, however, it is advisable to store in the refrigerator or in the coolest possible environment, as the increase in temperature could cause the decay of the products.  
• The ideal container for the storage of organic peeled almonds is glass. Because of its composition, it is impervious to chemical agents and gases, and, as it has excellent insulation properties, it holds the initial temperature for longer than other materials. It is even better if the glass is coloured: using coloured glass blocks the entry of certain wavelengths of light (including ultraviolet), and thus certain nutritional and organoleptic characteristics remain unaltered.  
• The type of closure of the container is also important as an airtight cap ensures that the food is protected from excessive contact with oxygen that can lead to lipid oxidation and encourage the growth of aerobic bacteria. 
• The best kind of storage environment is one which is well ventilated because ventilating the premises keeps internal humidity under control, which otherwise could escape from windows, thereby guaranteeing the right balance to lessen the onset of mould.