What are activated nuts?
An activated nut is a nut that has been soaked and sprouted to release its enzyme inhibitors.

Why should nuts be activated?
Enzyme inhibitors prevent nuts from sprouting at inappropriate times. This is an evolutionary mechanism that ensures nuts only sprout when environmental conditions will support the growth of young plants. Phytic acid and oxalic acid are examples of enzyme inhibitors, and are found in varying ratios depending on the nut.Of the four seasons, springtime is when we see nature come to life. Environmental conditions support the germination of seeds into seedlings. Rainfall is responsible for deactivating the enzyme inhibitors, which when coupled moderate spring temperatures supports the growth of freshly germinated seedlings into young plants.

These enzyme inhibitors also prevent the nuts from being over eaten by animals in the wild. In humans' regular consumption of nuts with enzyme inhibitors, can result in digestive distress in much the same way gluten does. Constipation, stomach cramps and bloating are examples of some issues people have eating raw, unactivated nuts. This is why nut activation is an important process.

How do we activate our nuts?
First, Loving Earth selects quality organic nuts. An activated nut is essentially a germinated nut. The activation process requires nuts to be soaked in water for a period of 12-24 hours depending on the nut variety. This deactivates the enzyme inhibitors and brings the nut to life. Once our nuts have been soaked, we then dehydrate them at low temperatures (40 degrees) over a 24-hour period. Dehydrated nuts have a similar flavour and texture to roasted nuts, however are much more nutrient dense and taste much fresher. Activating nuts makes the nutrients more digestible and easier to assimilate, they also taste delicious!

Salted activated nuts?
People tend to associate salt consumption with poor health. Loving Earth's salted nuts are soaked in premium quality Himalayan crystal salt. Standard table salt is overly processed and has little nutritional value. Himalayan crystal salt however, has up to 84 trace minerals that support the various functions of your body's systems. Crystal salt comes from the earth and is a natural state product.

Proponents of crystal salt often talk about the life force or the bio-photon energetic properties of salt. This relates to the salt's crystalline structure and how it affects the energetic systems within our bodies.

Salted nuts are one of those moreish treats that most people enjoy eating. Now that activated, organic nuts flavored with Himalayan crystal salt are available, one taste is all it takes to get you hooked.

  * sugar free
  * gluten free
  * dairy free
  * low GI
  * GE free

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Our activation process involves soaking the almonds in filtered water before dehydrating this, which makes them really plump and gives an almost roasted taste. This process maintains the nutritive qualities traditionally associated with almonds.

Ingredients: biodynamic almonds

Our activation process involves soaking the almonds in filtered water before dehydrating this, which makes them really plump and gives an almost roasted taste. This process maintains the nutritive qualities traditionally associated with almonds.

Ingredients: biodynamic almonds

Barbeque Almonds are crunchy, savoury, spicy and delicious. We use certified organic sweet paprika, tomato powder & cayenne pepper to flavour these nuts. These nuts are mildly spicy and will appeal to both young and mature palates alike.

Ingredients: biodynamic almonds, organic coconut oil, organic sweet paprika, himalayan crystal salt, organic tomato powder, cayenne pepper

Barbeque Almonds are crunchy, savoury, spicy and delicious. We use certified organic sweet paprika, tomato powder & cayenne pepper to flavour these nuts. These nuts are mildly spicy and will appeal to both young and mature palates alike.

Ingredients: biodynamic almonds, organic coconut oil, organic sweet paprika, himalayan crystal salt, organic tomato powder, cayenne pepper

We use biodymanic apple cider vinegar and himalayan crystal salt to flavour these nuts. These ingredients have been revered by various cultures for their health giving properties.

Ingredients: biodynamic almonds, organic coconut oil, biodynamic apple cider vinegar, himalayan crystal salt

We use biodymanic apple cider vinegar and himalayan crystal salt to flavour these nuts. These ingredients have been revered by various cultures for their health giving properties.

Ingredients: biodynamic almonds, organic coconut oil, biodynamic apple cider vinegar, himalayan crystal salt

Walnuts are renowned for their fatty acid profile and high omega 3 content. They are also a significant source of protein and dietary fibre. Activated walnuts have a crisp, crunchy the texture making them a delectable treat!

Our Walnuts are harvested from the pristine forests around the Jinsixia National Park in China. This area is a 10,000-hectare reserve that has been certified organic by a European certification agency according to the USDA-NOP, EEC and JAS Organic standards. This certification also verifies that the wild harvesting is done in a sustainable way.

Health Benefits

Walnuts are reputed to be a source of antioxidants and ALA (alpha linoleic acid Ð omega 3). This is important as cellular health and metabolic processes rely on quality omega 3 fats for optimal function. Vegetarians and vegans are often deficient in this essential fat, which makes walnuts a good alternative for people who choose to avoid animal products. Studies into the benefits of omega 3 fatty acids have shown that regular consumption supports lowered blood platelette aggregation (thinner blood) reducing the risk and incidence of heart disease among study participants

In addition to heart health consumption of Omega 3's may help loose weight. Omega 3 fatty acids have been shown to lower blood triglyceride levels (fat circulating in your blood) suggesting more efficient metabolism of other fats by our livers.  Consumption of walnuts has also been shown to lower cholesterol.

In addition to healthy fats, walnuts are a good source of protein, averaging about 17%. Walnuts are rich in the amino arginine. Arginine is responsible for vasodilation which supports efficient blood flow and arterial elasticity. In Chinese medicine walnuts are considered to be a kidney tonic. They are reputed to be beneficial for the brain, skin and digestive system.

Serving Suggestions

Activated walnuts are tasty addition to your addition to your salads or trail mixes. Their unique texture and taste will zest up almost any culinary creation. Our salted walnuts are an amazing addition to savoury dishes. Our plain walnuts can be used in cakes, or eaten with bananas and honey and make an interesting addition to desserts.

Ingredients: Organic walnuts, himalayan crystal salt

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Serving Suggestions

Activated walnuts are tasty addition to your addition to your salads or trail mixes. Their unique texture and taste will zest up almost any culinary creation. Our salted walnuts are an amazing addition to savoury dishes. Our plain walnuts can be used in cakes, or eaten with bananas and honey and make an interesting addition to desserts.

Ingredients: Organic walnuts, himalayan crystal salt

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Serving Suggestions

Activated walnuts make a great 'on the go' snack.  They also make a tasty addition to your addition to your salads or trail mixes. Their unique texture and taste will zest up almost any culinary creation. Our salted walnuts are an amazing addition to savoury dishes.

Ingredients: organic walnuts, organic coconut oil, organic sweet paprika, himalayan crystal salt, organic tomato powder, cayenne pepper

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Serving Suggestions

Activated walnuts make a great 'on the go' snack.  They also make a tasty addition to your addition to your salads or trail mixes. Their unique texture and taste will zest up almost any culinary creation. Our salted walnuts are an amazing addition to savoury dishes.

Ingredients: organic walnuts, organic coconut oil, organic sweet paprika, himalayan crystal salt, organic tomato powder, cayenne pepper

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Serving Suggestions

These walnuts make a great 'pick me up snack' and can be used in sweet trail mixes, cakes, eaten with bananas and honey and also make an delicious addition to desserts.

Ingredients: Organic walnuts, organic coconut oil, organic coconut suger, organic ginger, organic cinnamon, himalayan crystal salt

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Serving Suggestions

These walnuts make a great 'pick me up snack' and can be used in sweet trail mixes, cakes, eaten with bananas and honey and also make an delicious addition to desserts.

Ingredients: Organic walnuts, organic coconut oil, organic coconut suger, organic ginger, organic cinnamon, himalayan crystal salt

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Often described as a "buttery" nut, pecans have a smooth texture and are a sweeter tasting in comparison to other nuts. Our pecans are NASAA certified organic and produced in Australia.

Historical Consumption

Pecans have historically been eaten by the Native Indian Americans. The first commercialized pecan plantation can be traced back to Mexico, and are documented to have taken place around 1711 by Spanish colonists. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were reputed to have loved pecans so much that they had trees planted in their gardens. Recipes such as Pecan pie were popularized in North Americas Mid west, and Texas has even adopted the Pecan tree as its state tree.

Health Benefits

Pecans are a quality source of protein, are the richest source of antioxidants among tree nuts and contain over 19 vitamins and minerals. Agave syrup and mesquite are both Low GI, sweet tasting foods, which makes caramel pecans suitable for people with blood sugar challenges.