Are You Going Nuts?

Sawyer Garden Center is going nuts for national Nut Day! October 22nd has been named “National Nut Day” by Liberation Foods. Why would nuts have their own day? Well it turns out that nuts are very nutritious and are a balanced part of any diet, especially vegetarian or vegan diets.   Nuts give you protein, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats. They make your hair shine and your skin glow! Plus, nuts are a valuable source of vital fatty acids, omega fats, protein and many vitamins and minerals. Cashews, peanuts and walnuts can be great alternatives to meats.

Going nutty can also be good for the environment! Lowering meats as the main source of protein can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In addition the trade of nuts in Brazil helps to preserve the Amazon rainforest! Nuts can also save lives! Medical Officers say 18,000 premature deaths from heart disease could be avoided every year by cutting meat consumption in half and replacing it with nuts!

We have a great selection of nuts at SGC. Walnuts, almonds, cashews and mixed nuts, along with a couple of candy and chocolate coated varieties! Check out our selection in our treats and snacks section by the produce registers!