Almonds, hazelnuts and peanuts are rich sources of monounsaturated fats and if eaten unsalted, just a small daily handful would contribute towards a healthy diet. Why do we need some fat? We pride ourselves on using 100% nuts and nothing extra. As a result, the natural oils from the nuts can rise to the top. Other brands often use palm oil, sugar, salt, stabilisers and preservatives and it’s palm oil which acts as an emulsifier to bind the product together. This is why other brands using palm oil don’t have any trouble with oil separation. We can confidently say that all our products fully comply with EU standards for Aflatoxin/Mycotoxin. Nuts and seeds are not allowed entry into the EU unless they have been pre-tested, in compliance with EU Aflatoxins/Mycotoxin regulations and standards, and we receive documentation from our suppliers to prove this compliance. Our factory tests every delivery of nuts and seeds to ensure strict compliance with these standards and all sampling is carried out in accordance with Trading Standards recommendations and testing in UKAS Accredited Laboratories. And….Richer Roast tastes incredibly indulgent and everything you would want from a peanut butter. What does unsaturated fat actually mean? We don’t add anything to our roasted nuts to make our peanut or almond butter – just 100% nuts. There is definitely no Xylitol in our nut butters.

Also, FYI, we haven't included a 'best for health' or 'healthiest nut butter' category because we're big supporters of intuitive eating, and if you want to eat nut butter we're of the opinion that you should jolly well go ahead. Price points on nut butters can vary hugely with supermarket own-brands often costing under two pounds a jar, while other high-end brands sold in shops like Plant Organic reaching nearer six pounds. That's a lot of pounds per peanut!We don’t use palm oil – at Meridian we pride ourselves on our pledge never to use palm oil in any of our products. We have cultivated strong links with a charity called International Animal Rescue and our partnership is very important, contributing to the welfare of the Orangutans and the overall success of crucial projects. Whether you like it crunchy or smooth, peanut butter is an essential in so many households. From almond to peanut, explore our full selection of nut butters and more in the jams, honey and spreads range. Or if you prefer your cooking to be savoury, almond butter can be added to curries, stews and soups. Sweet, nutty and oh-so smooth, you can’t go wrong with Meridian Smooth Almond Butter. Naturally crunchy with no artificial additives, the almonds Meridian use are roasted in their skins then crushed into a smooth creamy texture. Nothing else is added, it’s just 100% almond goodness. You can also add almond butter to your baking to add a rich, sweet flavour to your cakes and biscuits.

Not only is it tasty, almond butter is also incredibly nutritious. Read about some of the benefits of almonds below: Hi Oleic peanuts are a different variety of peanuts that contain 30% more monounsaturated fats (oleic acid) than standard peanuts. Here are some useful links to find out more: Although we have updated the design and not stated all of the Vitamins & Minerals as previously labelled, the product remains the same and includes all of the Vitamins & Minerals as previously described (Folic Acid, Thiamin B1, Riboflavin B2, Niacin B3, Pyridoxine B6 and Cyancobalamin B12). Are Meridian products suitable for a Kosher diet? Top tip: If you have doubts that this is oil, heat a spoon in hot water, scoop some onto the spoon and you will be able to see the lumps melt. A lot of flavour is contained in the oils so it’s good to keep these oils mixed in. What are the white beads/ dots/ snowflakes on the top of my nut butter/Chocca? In cold weather, the oils within our nut butters, more often in our coconut range but also in our cashew butter and Chocca, once separated may harden and solidify partially. The consistency does not affect the nutrients but you may notice small white lumps that may resemble small grains of rice.Our almond butters are also suitable but please read the ingredient lists of our flavoured varieties as the likes of cocoa & peanut do contain added sunflower oil and also have more than 2 ingredients. What’s special about the Richer Roast peanut butter, what are Hi Oleic peanuts? Ever since wellness gurus like Ella Mills introduced us to almond butter, the nut butter market has exploded — and we've all realised there's much more to life than the humble peanut butter we ate as kids. Yes! Our entire range of products are suitable for vegan and vegetarian diets. Are your nut and seed butters gluten free? Meridian only use plant-based whole foods in their products: Meridian Smooth Almond Butter is made from 100% roasted almonds, with absolutely no additives or added sugar. Almonds have high levels of vitamin E: almond butter is one of the best (and tastiest!) natural sources of the fat-soluble vitamin E you can find

We also hear that you are concerned about Xylitol and Palm Oil as they are harmful to dogs and puppies. Whether you should feed peanut or almond butter to your dog or puppy is something you’d need to follow up with your vet, however we can confirm that our products are made with 100% peanuts and almonds. Where are your nuts and seeds sourced from? But, with almond butter, cashew butter, dark roast peanut butter, cocoa and cashew butter, how are you meant to choose which one to add to your weekly shop? You can be sure that we don’t add artificial colours or sweeteners or palm oil to any of our nut butters Smooth almond butter is usually more popular amongst children, who generally dislike any kind of lumps in their food! Yes, it’s gluten free. We do not list gluten as an allergen on the product label as we are able to confirm that all products fall well below the 20 ppm ELISA reading which means that the product is gluten free as defined by legislation and by Coeliac UK.This is due to the natural oil content of the nuts and seeds which can vary depending on growing and weather conditions. As a totally natural product, you may also experience higher or lower oil separation depending on storage conditions.

Pip & Nut Coconut Almond Butter gives a dash of sweetness and tropical flavour to your smoothie. The combination of coconut and almond is a perfect match. For a great start to your day, why not try mixing a spoonful of almond butter into overnight oats or your morning porridge? Good Fats are an important part of our diet; they provide the body with energy and help the body absorb important vitamins and minerals. They also contain essential fats which the body is unable to make for itself. However, eating too much fat can be unhealthy. Are your ingredients ethically sourced?Made from crushing and grinding freshly roasted almonds into a paste, almond butter is a spreadable food which is perfect for spreading on toast or adding to biscuit recipes. Evidence suggests that the inclusion of the monounsaturated fats to your diet can help to promote the healthier type of cholesterol in our blood. We dry roast our nuts at just the right temperature so that there is no need to add any extra oils or fats when making our nut butters. Our peanut butters are created with 100% nuts, or with just a pinch of salt added, so any oil within the jar is naturally occurring and has not come from an added source. Protein is an essential part of our diets as it helps to maintain and repair muscles and it is especially important that you hit your daily recommended protein allowance if you live an active lifestyle and enjoy working out.