Raw Walnuts
Notes
◉ Should be stored in airtight glass containers -in a cool, dark, and dry area- to preserve their properties and keep their fatty acids from becoming rancid. Placing them inside a refrigerator or freezer is highly advised.
◉ Some nuts and seeds contain "anti-nutrients" that could prevent some of their nutrients from being absorbed. Therefore, it is ideal to soak nuts/seeds before consuming them, as this reduces the anti-nutrient content.
◉ Another option is to grind the seeds in a coffee grinder or blender to break up the tough outer shell before eating them. Once pulverized, the ground seeds can be used as flour in most gluten-free recipes.