FAQ

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What is the shelf-life of these dry fruits?

Our dry fruits have a shelf life of 3-12 months. You can also keep these dried fruits in a freezer
for longer-term storage.

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Is Chile Walnut better when compared to Kashmiri Walnut?

Kashmiri kernels are smaller, but that doesn’t make them inferior in any way. They actually own
three times as much oil as the Chile variety, which makes them superior. Because of this, Kashmiri
walnuts delight the palate whereas Chile walnuts impart a plain taste.

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Can dry fruits promote the growth of muscles?

Owing to their rich source of protein, they are frequently referred to as body-building foods and
aid in the growth of muscle. They also include good amounts of copper, iron, phosphorus, potassium,
and other minerals. If you are looking for weight gain, the intake of roasted cashews as snacks
could also come to your rescue.

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Which dry fruits and seeds promote brain health?

Regular consumption of the best dry fruits for the brain, such as walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds,
etc., promotes brain health because they contain a variety of nutrients necessary for brain
function, including Omega 3, fibre, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and antioxidants.

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What is the source of dried peaches?

We have dried peaches of two colours: yellow and red. These exotic dried peaches are sourced from
Mainland China.

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Do the products have sugar or preservatives in them?

Astronut’s products like dates are naturally sweet and healthy. They do not have any added
artificial sugar or preservatives in them. However, in products like Mazafati Dates, Dried Amla and
Pineapple coin, you may find minimal sugar content in them.

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Which dry fruit can be used as a pre-workout snack?

The Medjool dates from Astronut are best known for providing instant energy that is required for
people who work out. Moreover, they do not have any sugar content in them. This is why they are best
used as a pre-workout snack.

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How are Sonora Almonds better than other varieties?

The Sonora Almonds are better in terms of crispiness, size, and health when compared to other
varieties of almonds.

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How to include seeds in everyday diet?

The Sunflower and Pumpkin seeds are naturally tasty and so, they can be consumed straight out of the
can or by roasting them a little. Basil seeds and chia seeds can aid your digestion issues by
soaking them in water for a few hours. Basil or Sabja seeds can also be enjoyed by adding them to
make your Falooda yummy.

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What products do we suggest to alert people with specific allergies from consumption?

People with specific allergen reactions towards certain dry fruits/nuts should be cautious before
consuming products like walnuts, almonds, pistachios, cashews, dried peach, and dried kiwi. We
suggest consulting your physician before consumption.