Raw-Food Nuts & Seeds Guide
24 items classified under standard Raw-Food guidelines.
How do nuts & seeds fare on the Raw-Food diet? The answer depends on whether the food has been heated above ~118°F (48°C). This guide breaks down all 24 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.
Good news for Raw-Food followers: almost all nuts & seeds fit the diet. These foods are can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. The nutrition details below help you compare within the category to find the best options for your specific needs.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Almond Butter | Allowed | 614kcal |
| Almond Flour | Allowed | 571kcal |
| Almonds | Allowed | 598kcal |
| Brazil Nuts | Allowed | 659kcal |
| Cashew Butter | Allowed | 609kcal |
| Cashews | Allowed | 574kcal |
| Chia Seeds | Allowed | 486kcal |
| Coconut Flour | Allowed | 443kcal |
| Flaxseeds | Allowed | 534kcal |
| Hazelnuts | Allowed | 628kcal |
| Hemp Seeds | Allowed | 553kcal |
| Macadamia Nuts | Allowed | 716kcal |
| Mixed Nuts | Allowed | 610kcal |
| Pecans | Allowed | 750kcal |
| Pine Nuts | Allowed | 673kcal |
| Pistachios | Allowed | 560kcal |
| Pumpkin Seeds | Allowed | 574kcal |
| Sesame Seeds | Allowed | 631kcal |
| Sunflower Seeds | Allowed | 582kcal |
| Walnuts | Allowed | 668kcal |
| Chocolate Trail Mix | Limited | 503kcal |
| Nut Bars | Limited | 454kcal |
| Trail Mix | Limited | 454kcal |
| Unsweetened Trail Mix | Limited | 462kcal |
Classification Breakdown
20 Allowed — These nuts & seeds are can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. 4 Limited — These items have sometimes raw and sometimes cooked depending on preparation.
The benefits come from eating large amounts of fresh produce rather than from preserving enzymes.
Allowed Nuts & Seeds (20)
Almond Butter
AllowedAt 614kcal calories per 100g, Almond Butter falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 21g protein and 55.5g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Mixed Nuts and Hazelnuts for calories, ranking 17 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Almond Flour
AllowedAt 571kcal calories per 100g, Almond Flour falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Beyond the primary classification, almond flour also provides 21.4g protein and 50.6g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Pistachios and Cashews for calories, ranking 10 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Almonds
AllowedAlmonds is classified as Allowed on Raw-Food, with 598kcal calories per 100g. This means it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. It also contains 21g protein and 52.5g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Sunflower Seeds and Cashew Butter for calories, ranking 14 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Brazil Nuts
AllowedAt 659kcal calories per 100g, Brazil Nuts falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 14.3g protein and 67.1g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Sesame Seeds at 631kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cashew Butter
AllowedAt 609kcal calories per 100g, Cashew Butter falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 12.1g protein and 53g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Almonds and Mixed Nuts for calories, ranking 15 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cashews
AllowedCashews is classified as Allowed on Raw-Food, with 574kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 15.3g protein and 46.4g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Almond Flour and Pumpkin Seeds for calories, ranking 11 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Chia Seeds
AllowedAt 486kcal calories per 100g, Chia Seeds falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 16.5g protein and 30.7g fat per serving. Among the 24 items in this category, chia seeds sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Chocolate Trail Mix at 503kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Flour
AllowedAt 443kcal calories per 100g, Coconut Flour falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Beyond the primary classification, coconut flour also provides 19.3g protein and 13.7g fat per 100g. Among the 24 items in this category, coconut flour sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Nut Bars at 454kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Flaxseeds
AllowedAt 534kcal calories per 100g, Flaxseeds falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 18.3g protein and 42.2g fat per serving. Within this category, it falls between Chocolate Trail Mix and Hemp Seeds for calories, ranking 7 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Hazelnuts
AllowedHazelnuts is classified as Allowed on Raw-Food, with 628kcal calories per 100g. This means it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. It also contains 14.9g protein and 53g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Almond Butter and Sesame Seeds for calories, ranking 18 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Hemp Seeds
AllowedWith 553kcal calories per 100g, Hemp Seeds earns a Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Beyond the primary classification, hemp seeds also provides 31.6g protein and 48.8g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Flaxseeds and Pistachios for calories, ranking 8 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Macadamia Nuts
AllowedMacadamia Nuts is classified as Allowed on Raw-Food, with 716kcal calories per 100g. This means it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. It also contains 7.8g protein and 76.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Pine Nuts at 673kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Mixed Nuts
AllowedWith 610kcal calories per 100g, Mixed Nuts earns a Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. It also contains 19.6g protein and 53.8g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Cashew Butter and Almond Butter for calories, ranking 16 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pecans
AllowedPecans is classified as Allowed on Raw-Food, with 750kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 10g protein and 73.3g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Macadamia Nuts at 716kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pine Nuts
AllowedAt 673kcal calories per 100g, Pine Nuts falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Beyond the primary classification, pine nuts also provides 13.7g protein and 68.4g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Walnuts at 668kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pistachios
AllowedAt 560kcal calories per 100g, Pistachios falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. It is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Beyond the primary classification, pistachios also provides 20.2g protein and 45.3g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Hemp Seeds and Almond Flour for calories, ranking 9 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Pumpkin Seeds
AllowedWith 574kcal calories per 100g, Pumpkin Seeds earns a Allowed classification on Raw-Food. This means it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. It also contains 29.8g protein and 49.1g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Cashews and Sunflower Seeds for calories, ranking 12 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sesame Seeds
AllowedWith 631kcal calories per 100g, Sesame Seeds earns a Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Beyond the primary classification, sesame seeds also provides 20.5g protein and 61.2g fat per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Hazelnuts at 628kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sunflower Seeds
AllowedWith 582kcal calories per 100g, Sunflower Seeds earns a Allowed classification on Raw-Food. It is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Beyond the primary classification, sunflower seeds also provides 19.3g protein and 49.8g fat per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Pumpkin Seeds and Almonds for calories, ranking 13 of 24.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Walnuts
AllowedAt 668kcal calories per 100g, Walnuts falls into the Allowed category under Raw-Food guidelines. The classification reflects that it is can be eaten raw or prepared below the 118°F threshold. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9.8g protein and 56.9g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Brazil Nuts at 659kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Limited Nuts & Seeds (4)
Chocolate Trail Mix
LimitedChocolate Trail Mix is classified as Limited on Raw-Food, with 503kcal calories per 100g. This means it is sometimes raw and sometimes cooked depending on preparation. It also contains 11.7g protein and 32.3g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 24 items in this category, chocolate trail mix sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Flaxseeds at 534kcal. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Nut Bars
LimitedNut Bars is classified as Limited on Raw-Food, with 454kcal calories per 100g. This means it is sometimes raw and sometimes cooked depending on preparation. It also contains 8g protein and 20.4g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 24 items in this category, nut bars sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Trail Mix at 454kcal. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Trail Mix
LimitedWith 454kcal calories per 100g, Trail Mix earns a Limited classification on Raw-Food. It is sometimes raw and sometimes cooked depending on preparation. Beyond the primary classification, trail mix also provides 10.9g protein and 26.8g fat per 100g. Among the 24 items in this category, trail mix sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Unsweetened Trail Mix at 462kcal. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Unsweetened Trail Mix
LimitedUnsweetened Trail Mix is classified as Limited on Raw-Food, with 462kcal calories per 100g. This means it is sometimes raw and sometimes cooked depending on preparation. It also contains 13.8g protein and 29.4g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Among the 24 items in this category, unsweetened trail mix sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Chia Seeds at 486kcal. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central