Nuts/Seeds - Prepared/Processed (Shelf Stable): Nutrition Facts and Calories

This category includes shelf-stable nuts and seeds that have been prepared or processed. You'll find items like roasted peanuts, flavored almonds, or shelled sunflower seeds. These products are often seasoned, salted, or sweetened for taste. When choosing, check the Nutrition Facts label. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest limiting added sugars, noting that most people should aim for no amount, and at most 10 grams per meal. Many processed nuts and seeds can contain added sugars. Also, look at sodium content. The FDA's Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 milligrams per day. Some seasoned varieties can be high in sodium. Nuts and seeds are naturally good sources of fiber and healthy fats. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend keeping saturated fat intake to less than 10% of total daily calories. Review the ingredient list for simplicity and to identify added salt or sugars. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.