National Grab Some Nuts Day

National Grab Some Nuts Day, celebrated on August 3, is a perfect occasion to grab a handful of your favorite nuts and enjoy their delicious taste and health benefits.

The origin of this one is unknown, with no single founder or organization credited for creating it. References began circulating online in the early 2010s and grew in popularity through food blogs and national day calendars. If you celebrate on social media, use the hashtag #NationalGrabYourNutsDay or #GrabYourNutsDay!

A Day for All Things Nutty

Rather than singling out one variety, the day brings together everything from almonds to pistachios under one celebration.

The nut family, loosely speaking:

• True nuts, like hazelnuts, chestnuts, and acorns
• Drupes, like almonds, walnuts, and pecans
• Legumes, like peanuts, which technically grow underground alongside beans and lentils

Whatever the botanical technicalities, they all get lumped together at the snack table, and this day gives them a shared spotlight.

Deals Worth Knowing About

This date usually brings a batch of promotions from health food stores and snack brands looking to celebrate the occasion. Expect discounts on bulk nuts, coupons, and the occasional bundle deal.

• Whole Foods Market and Trader Joe’s often discount bulk nuts around this date.
• Snack brands like Planters, Blue Diamond Almonds, and Wonderful Pistachios may offer coupons or special bundles.
• Online grocers such as Thrive Market sometimes run sales on organic and specialty nuts.
• Local bakeries and cafes may fold nut based treats into their daily specials.

Since deals like these vary by year and location, it’s worth checking store flyers and brand social pages as the date gets closer.

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.