Honey Roasted Almonds

by John B Sanfilippo Son

Mixed bag nut snack with beneficial almonds but compromised by added sugars, refined oils, and processed coating ingredients. Better than candy but far from whole food nutrition.

• Almonds – beneficial · Nutrient-dense tree nuts rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, protein, vitamin E, and magnesium with proven cardiovascular benefits.
• Sugar – controversial · Refined white sugar that spikes blood glucose, promotes inflammation, and adds empty calories without nutritional value.
• Honey – safe · Natural sweetener with trace minerals and antioxidants, though still primarily fructose and glucose that impacts blood sugar.
• Vegetable Oil (Peanut and/or Sunflower Seed) – controversial · Refined oils high in omega-6 fatty acids that can promote inflammation when consumed in excess, though sunflower is less problematic than other seed oils.
• Salt – safe · Essential mineral for flavor enhancement and electrolyte balance when consumed in moderation.
• Potato Starch – safe · Natural thickening agent derived from potatoes, generally well-tolerated and helps create coating texture.
• Maltodextrin – controversial · Highly processed carbohydrate that spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar and may disrupt gut microbiome balance.
• Xanthan Gum – safe · Fermentation-derived thickener that's generally safe, though may cause digestive upset in sensitive individuals.

Contains nutritious almonds with healthy fats and protein

Uses real honey as sweetener

No artificial preservatives or flavors

Good source of vitamin E and magnesium from almonds

High added sugar content from multiple sources

Contains inflammatory omega-6 rich sunflower oil

Maltodextrin spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar

Highly processed coating masks whole food nutrition