Wellness
The daily handful: choosing dry fruits worth eating
Almonds, cashews and pistachios are graded far more strictly than most shoppers realise. Here is what to look for.
Vandu Kitchen Desk · 30 June 2026 · 4 min read
Counts per ounce, moisture level and the year of harvest matter more than the brand on the pouch. A fresh almond snaps; a tired one bends.
Storage
Nuts carry oil, and oil turns. Keep them sealed and cool, and in a humid coastal city, keep them refrigerated once opened.