National Grab Some Nuts Day

National Grab Some Nuts Day, celebrated on August 3rd, is a fun day dedicated to enjoying and appreciating nuts. It’s a perfect occasion to grab a handful of your favorite nuts and enjoy their delicious taste and health benefits.

National Grab Some Nuts Day highlights the importance of nuts in a balanced diet. Although the founder is unknown, the day has grown popular as more people recognize the health benefits of nuts. It reminds us to enjoy these crunchy treats and explore ways to include them in meals and snacks. If you celebrate on social media, use the hashtag #NationalGrabYourNutsDay or #GrabYourNutsDay!

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When Is National Grab Some Nuts Day?

National Grab Some Nuts Day is celebrated annually on August 3rd. Here are the dates (and weekdays)for the day up to the year 2030:

These dates will help you plan your celebrations and make sure you never miss the chance to enjoy some nuts.

Fun Facts For National Grab Your Nuts Day

Need some fun facts to share on National Grab Your Nuts Day? We’ve compiled a list of seven very interesting facts that are perfect for sharing on social media:

1. Nuts are rich in healthy fats, protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making them a powerhouse of nutrition.
2. Not all “nuts” are true nuts botanically. For instance, almonds and cashews are seeds, and they belong to the same family as peaches and cherries. Peanuts are technically legumes, like beans and lentils, and grow underground.
3. Some nut trees, like walnut and pecan trees, can live and produce nuts for over a hundred years.
4. Cashews grow on the bottom of cashew apples, and their shells contain a toxic oil that must be carefully removed.
5. Walnuts are one of the oldest tree foods known to humans, dating back to 7000 B.C.
6. Pistachios are sometimes called the “smiling nut” in Iran and the “happy nut” in China.
7. Brazil nuts are known for their high selenium content, which is crucial for thyroid health.
8. The coco de mer, or sea coconut, found in the Seychelles, holds the record for the largest and heaviest nut.

Finally, here’s a funny clip from a radio show where nuts and National Grab Your Nuts Day are discussed that we hope you might enjoy:

Ideas for Celebrating National Grab Some Nuts Day

1. Have friends come over for a nut tasting party with a variety of nuts, including almonds, cashews, walnuts, pistachios, and pecans.
2. Try out new recipes that feature nuts, such as nut butters, granola, nut-crusted meats, or salads with nut toppings.
3. Make your own nut butters at home by blending your favorite nuts until smooth. Add honey, salt, or cocoa for extra flavor.
4. If you have space in your garden, plant a nut tree like an almond or walnut tree and enjoy the fruits (or nuts) of your labor in the future.
5. Purchase nuts from local farmers or markets to support local agriculture and enjoy fresh, high-quality nuts.

Before You Go:

We have many more national days lists for you to explore.

• Food-related national days: complete list of national food days, pasta & noodles days, vegan & vegetarian days, ice-cream days, pizza days, coffee days, chocolate days, wine days, alcohol & drinking days.
• Non-food national days: National Days Calendars 2024-2025 (check out the printable calendars in my Etsy shop), National Days for Teachers, and a wide array of special lists such as cat days, dog days, animal days, book days, music days, family & relationships days, national days for women, stationery days and even Harry Potter days.
• Country-specific national days: Australian national days, more coming soon.