Nuts

The quick answer is yes, they do! They contain lots of oil and fat, which means they can become stale or rancid. But with proper… Read More »Do Pistachios Go Bad In The Fridge?

There are several species of insects that live inside nuts and acorns. The most common are closely related weevils collectively referred to as “nut weevils.”… Read More »Can Nuts Have Worms?

Harvested Poorly, Pistachios Can Be Deadly. On a darker note, pistachios that are not processed or harvested properly are not suitable for human consumption. Aflatoxin,… Read More »Can You Get Pistachio Poisoning?

Pistachios generally have a very mild flavor that can be a little sweet. Often there is variation in a batch of pistachios, with some having… Read More »What Does Pistachio Taste Like?

Cashews contain a natural toxin called urushiol in their raw, unprocessed state. The toxin is found around the cashew shell and can leach out onto… Read More »What Nut Can You Not Eat Raw?

What is Pistachio Poisoning? Properly processed pistachios are not directly toxic to your dog but the canine system does not properly digest the proteins in… Read More »What Is Pistachio Poisoning?

Worldwide, there have been outbreaks of foodborne illness associated with almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, pine nuts, pistachios, and walnuts, with a majority of them caused by… Read More »Can You Get Salmonella From Nuts?

Pistachios eventually go bad. If you store them long enough, the most common scenario is that they’ll go rancid. You can tell your pistachios are… Read More »How Do You Know If Pistachios Are Bad?

Rancid pistachios aren’t necessarily unsafe to eat, but the experience isn’t pleasant. If your pistachios are rancid, throw them out. (In other words: you can… Read More »Are Rancid Pistachios Bad For You?