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🧠 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲: 𝐏𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬

A recently published study in Food Chemistry demonstrates that daily consumption of 28 grams of pistachios over 28 days can lead to significant improvements in cognitive performance and mood among overweight young adults. 📈

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬:

🔻 Reduction in waist circumference and cholesterol levels

🧠 Enhanced decision-making, executive functions, and attention

😊 Positive mood changes, including reduced anxiety, anger, and depression

📈 Increased plasma antioxidant activity

These findings suggest that pistachio consumption can offer various benefits for both mental and physical health. 🌟

For a detailed review of the study, visit the International Nut & Dried Fruit Council's post: https://inc.nutfruit.org/study-finds-pistachios-may-improve-cognitive-performance-and-mood-in-overweight-young-adults/

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🌰 𝐀𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐨: 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐚 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞?

Most nuts are keto-friendly snacks due to their fats and proteins, and almonds are no exception. But do they fit into a ketogenic diet? Let's explore the benefits and drawbacks of including almonds in your keto meal plan.

𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬:

𝟏. 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧:
• High in fats and proteins
• Moderate carbs
• Rich in Vitamin E and Magnesium

𝟐. 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐛 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭:
• 100g of almonds = 10g net carbs
• Important to monitor carb intake, especially on a strict keto diet

𝟑. 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬:
• High in antioxidants (Vitamin E, polyphenols)
• May reduce cholesterol oxidation
• Supports insulin sensitivity and lowers blood sugar
• Potential to lower LDL cholesterol
• Satiating, supports weight loss and intermittent fasting

𝟒.𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐰𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬:
• High in inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids
• Contains antinutrients like phytic acid, which can block mineral absorption

Almonds can be a nutritious addition to a keto diet but should be consumed in moderation due to their carb content and omega-6 fatty acids. Balance them with omega-3-rich foods for optimal health benefits.

🔗 For more information, please visit: https://www.doctorkiltz.com/almonds-on-keto/

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Almonds on Keto? Carbs, Benefits, and Possible Drawbacks Almonds on keto can be a nutrient-rich snack providing an abundance of fat, protein, along with high amounts of magnesium and vitamin E.

Dive into the Latest RM Curtis Market Report for June - July 2024! 🌰

Please stay tuned with the latest insights from the RM Curtis Market Report for June - July 2024. Here’s a look at the highs and lows in the edible nuts, dried fruit, and seeds market:

🌟 The Positives:

Almond Market: Californian almond prices have increased following another substantial shipment report from May (226m lbs vs 195.67m lbs last year). With June shipments last year at 186.60m lbs, this year is expected to surpass that, indicating a tight supply. Specific grades have sold out, showing high demand for early new crop shipments.

Walnut Market: Californian walnut prices have been firming. Despite a decrease in domestic kernel sales (19.48m lbs vs 27.36m lbs last year), exports have increased (28.058m lbs vs 26.39m lbs). Key markets like Holland (+30.16%), Spain (+114.45%), and the UK (+26.7%) show growth, while Germany is down (-34.5%).

⚠️ The Concerns:

Hazelnut Market: The latest Turkish new crop estimates range from 750,000mts to 815,000mts with a likely 103,000mts carryover. However, potentially higher levels of insect damage and unpredictable weather could impact future yields. Turkey's economic issues continue to affect market stability.

Coconut Market: Freight rate inflation and geopolitical issues are causing significant delays and cost increases for products like Coconut. Traffic through the Red Sea and Suez Canal has dropped by 80%, leading to longer lead times and higher shipping rates.

Raisins & Sultanas Market: The situation in Turkey remains challenging, with exports down 14% compared to last year. High prices and limited supply continue to squeeze the market. Expectations for the new crop are mixed, with weather-related issues potentially affecting yield.

📊 For detailed analyses and future forecasts, dive into the full RM Curtis Market Report.

For more information and to access the full range of market insights, visit:
https://www.rmcurtis.co.uk/market-report.htm

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Happy International Women's Day from RM Curtis 💐 !

Today, we celebrate the invaluable contributions of women to our company and industry. Their hard work, creativity, and resilience are the backbone of our success and innovation. As we honour the achievements of women in RM Curtis and beyond, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that champions diversity and empowerment.

Together, we recognise the vital role of women in driving progress and sustainability, aiming to uplift every woman's contribution every day.

Thank you for all your hard work, and we hope you have a wonderful celebration!

🥜 Hey Nut Lovers! 👋 Take a look! A cool study just popped up in Clinical Nutrition 📚 and it's all about our favourite snack – walnuts! 🌰

🔍 Background: So, these smart folks 🧑‍🔬 decided to dig deep into how munching on walnuts can enhance your gut health. They compared a diet loaded with walnuts to a couple of other diets, and guess what they found? 🤔

👩‍🔬 Methods: They had people eat a regular Western diet 🍔 and then switched them between different diets, including the walnut diet! They used some high-tech analysis to see what was happening with the bacteria in the gut. 🔬

📊 Results: It turns out, eating walnuts makes a more diverse bunch of genes active in your gut. Who knew? 🤷‍♂️🌰 Also, this tiny bacteria called Gordonibacter gets more active with walnuts. It's like a party down there! 🎉

❤️ Conclusion: The big takeaway? Walnuts might be doing some good stuff for your heart by changing how your gut buddies work. It's like your gut and heart are teaming up, thanks to walnuts! Though the scientists say more research is needed, it's still pretty exciting, right? 🥳

🔬 So, next time you're snacking on our delicious nuts, dried fruits, or seeds, remember – you might be doing your gut a huge favour! Let's keep crunching and stay healthy! 🌰❤️

Interested in learning more? Dive into the study here: https://walnuts.org/area-of-study/walnut-consumption-and-gut-microbial-metabolism-results-of-an-exploratory-analysis-from-a-randomized-crossover-controlled-feeding-study/?ref=hr

Walnut Consumption and Gut Microbial Metabolism: Results of an Exploratory Analysis from a Randomized, Crossover, Controlled-Feeding Study - California Walnuts Background & Aims: The effect of walnut-related modulation of gut microbiota composition on microbiota functionality is unknown. The aim was to characterize the effect of a walnut-enriched diet (WD), compared to a fatty acid-matched diet devoid of walnuts (WFMD) and a diet where oleic acid replaces....

🎉 Happy New Year from RM Curtis! 🎉

As we welcome the first days of 2024, we're still buzzing from the joy of the festive season. This beautiful vegan nut roast, perfectly paired with a drizzle of savoury gravy and a medley of fresh vegetables, is a testament to the delicious moments we've shared.

RM Curtis is excited to continue bringing you the finest ingredients for your culinary creations. Here's to a year of health, happiness, and gastronomic pleasures. May your meals be as delightful and satisfying as the one pictured here, and may every dish be a celebration of good taste.

Cheers to new beginnings and unforgettable flavours in 2024!

🎄 Merry Christmas from RM Curtis! 🎄

Celebrate the joy of Christmas Day with a festive read—our latest newsletter, The Scoop! Packed with Vegan delights like our Mushroom and Nut Wellington, and insights into next year's trends, it's the perfect companion to your holiday relaxation.

Discover the health benefits of our premium dried fruits, nuts, and seeds and get inspired for a flavourful start to the new year.

For your copy of The Scoop, reach out to us and indulge in the spirit of the season!

🎄 Christmas Eve Delights with RM Curtis! 🎄

Let the festive fragrances of baking apples and toasted nuts fill your home on this magical Christmas Eve. We made Sticky Baked and Stuffed Apples, a treat that's as delightful to look at as it is to eat.

These golden-baked goodies are not just a treat for the senses but a hint of the wholesome, high-quality ingredients RM Curtis is proud to offer. Perfect for a cosy Christmas Eve gathering or as a sweet precursor to tomorrow's festivities.

Get ready to gather around the table, share stories, and make memories. And as the clock ticks closer to midnight, may the spirit of Christmas bring warmth and joy to your heart.

Wishing you a Christmas Eve filled with joy and indulgence!

🎄 Festive Preparations with RM Curtis! 🎄

It's the 23rd of December, and the festive spirit is in full swing! As you deck the halls and check off those last few items on your Christmas to-do list, RM Curtis is here to help you prepare for the grand holiday feast.

Our selection of premium nuts, seeds, and dried fruits are the perfect ingredients to enhance your favourite recipes.

So, as you tie the ribbons on your gifts and the anticipation of Christmas builds, take a moment to breathe in the joy of the season. With RM Curtis, you’re set to create unforgettable holiday memories around the table.

🎄 Countdown to Christmas with RM Curtis! 🎄

Only three days to go until Christmas!

Are you ready to dazzle your family and friends with festive treats? We've got you covered with our range of high-quality ingredients! From Sunflower Seeds to Roasted & Salted Pistachios to Pecan Nuts.

Our 1kg packs of Chopped Mixed Nuts, Hazelnuts, Cashew Nuts, and various types of Almonds are perfect for all your baking needs.

Don't forget our H**p Seeds, Desiccated Coconut, Glace Cherries, and a variety of dried fruits like Pitted Prunes, Chopped Dates, and Dried Cranberries for that extra special touch in your Christmas recipes.

Let's make this Christmas unforgettable with the finest ingredients from RM Curtis!

Insights from RM Curtis Market Report: The Highs and Lows of the Edible Nuts, Dried Fruit, and Seeds Market

In this post, we dive into the latest R.M. Curtis Market Report for November-December 2023, highlighting the most positive and negative developments in the edible nuts, dried fruit, and seeds market.


🌟 The Bright Spots:

1. Almond Market Stability:
A significant positive from the report is the stability of almond prices. Despite the fluctuating Sterling and Euro versus USD rates, the almond market remains balanced. This stability is a reassuring sign for the industry, indicating a sustainable market environment conducive to long-term planning and investment.

2. Strong Demand for Pecans:

Another positive takeaway is the anticipated strong demand for pecans in 2024. Despite smaller crops from Mexico and the USA, the pecan market is expected to remain robust. This projection suggests a resilient market, potentially leading to better returns for producers and a healthy supply for consumers.


⚠️ The Challenges:

1. Hazelnut Price Volatility:
On the flip side, the Turkish hazelnut market faces challenges with price volatility. Major buyers like Ferrero heavily influence this market, creating a degree of uncertainty. This fluctuation presents a challenge for other market players in terms of predictability and strategic purchasing decisions.


2. Coconut Production Decline:

A significant concern is the forecasted decline in coconut production due to the El Nino weather system. This expected reduction in 2024 could lead to supply shortages and increased prices, impacting both ends of the market. This development calls for strategic planning and perhaps exploring alternative sources or substitutes.


📊 Navigating the Market:

These highlights from the RM Curtis Market Report feature the dynamic and ever-changing nature of the edible nuts, dried fruit, and seeds market. For stakeholders, staying informed and adaptable is key to navigating these fluctuations successfully.

To gain more in-depth insights and stay ahead of market trends, subscribe to RM Curtis's comprehensive Market Reports:

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Our latest ‘Above and Beyond’ Employee Recognition was awarded to the vandaful Vanda Jostakova!

Vanda joined us in 2012 and has worked in a lot of different roles in Production and over the past 3 years in Planning.

Since December, with staff vacancies in Production, Vanda threw herself into helping the team by taking on the lead role in between her Planning duties. It's unbelievable what she has achieved as these are both full-time very busy and highly complicated jobs!

Without Vanda's support, drive and supremely positive attitude, we would not be where we are today and this recognition award only goes a small way to express the thanks and respect we all have for her. Thank you for everything you do!

At this time of the year the almond tree bursts into beautiful white and light-pink blossoms🌸

As most almond tree varieties are not self-pollinating, the orchards rely on beekeepers bringing in hives of honeybees to pollinate the blossoms 🐝

This means every almond you eat is a result of pollination 🌰

And it’s not just almonds. According to Greenpeace, 1 in every 3 items humans eat are pollinated by bees! With an unsustainable amount of them dying each year due to a variety of factors, let’s do what we can to BEE friendly.
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(Information: almonds.com | greenpeace.org.uk)

The most recent RM Curtis ‘Above and Beyond’ Employee Recognition was awarded to Ruslan Dzazajev, Quality and Technical Support.

Ruslan was nominated in recognition of his selfless attitude seen countless times through his support to all teams on site. All the recent achievements with our audits or customer expectations could not have been executed at the same level without Ruslan’s help!

He is always incredibly friendly, helpful and to the point where he will even collect and bring in colleagues in Production for the 6am shift, when they can’t otherwise get into work.

We are very lucky to have someone so deserving of this award in our team. Thank you for everything you do!

Today is
The campaign aims to encourage making half your protein a plant protein. As pulses can be stored for long periods of time without losing any nutritional value, switching will help reduce food waste and help the sustainability of the planet.

Contact us at [email protected] if we can help your business stock up on high-quality and sustainable pulses.

We are hearing more about "Eating the Rainbow" to get a diet full of variety and nutrition, but how do you feel about a purple cauliflower or a chocolate brown pepper?

It's exciting to see the food industry think of innovative ways to make healthy foods more appealing to the consumer. Whether such products may only trend with food photographers and influencers, or be genuinely appealing to the mass market - time will tell, but it's definitely an interesting concept to keep an eye on!

‘More colour’ needed in fresh produce Lavender-purple cauliflowers and chocolate-brown peppers are just what the doctor ordered, says breeder Rijk Zwaan

VEGAN SWEET POTATO MAC AND CHEESE WITH CRUNCHY ALMOND PARMESAN

As we near the end of January, we wanted to share one of our favourite vegan recipes made for us by Chef Steve Walpole, using some of our Curtis Catering products.

Skepticism was high whether a vegan version of this classic dish could stand the test, but this recipe certainly does!

👇 Click through the below for the recipe

If we can support your business with our wide range of nuts, seeds, and dried fruit products, please send an email to [email protected] and we can answer your questions and provide any product information.

Nut butters have come a long way since the days of peanut butter dominance, and their versatility means they can be used in so many ways – from smoothies and oats to sauces and dressing.
Even better, you can make them yourself using just one ingredient – the nut of your choice!

Brazil nut butter is one of the favourites around here and to make ours we:
🌰 Pop the nuts on a baking tray and get them into the oven for 15 minutes to get softened and roasted (160°C for a fan oven).
🌰 Take the nuts out of the oven and pop into a blender. Within 5 minutes on a high-speed setting, VOILA, your homemade brazil nut butter is ready.

If we can help you with the ingredients needed to make your own nut butter, get in touch with us at [email protected]

Veganuary is now in full swing, so what if we let you into a secret that cashew nuts are the magic answer for making many plant-based cream substitutes? And it's so easy!

The main thing is the cashews need time in water to soften. If possible, soak them overnight but if you’re short on time then an hour in boiling water, or 10 minutes on boil can suffice.
Once they are in the blender, aim for 1 cup of cashews to ½ cup of water and blitz until the cashew cream is formed.

From here, you can go on to make so many variations: ice cream, ricotta, creamy pasta sauces or sour cream.

For sour cream, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar and a pinch of salt into the blender also.

Seriously delicious, and perfect for a chili ‘non’ carne this week!

Public Service Announcement: Eating peanuts could make you smarter!

The University of Barcelona released new research showing that the consumption of peanuts and peanut butter may improve cognitive function and reduce stress in healthy young adults. The research suggests the polyphenols in peanuts aided memory and functioning speed.

Now that’s food for thought!

Read the full article: https://www.clinicalnutritionjournal.com/article/S0261-5614(21)00437-4/fulltext

Consumption of peanut products improves memory and stress response in healthy adults from the ARISTOTLE study: A 6-month randomized controlled trial Peanuts are rich in bioactive compounds that may have a positive impact on memory and stress response.

It's back to all systems go at RM Curtis as we near the end of the first week of 2022.

We finished 2021 with the fantastic news that we have both retained and won new business with several customers. We work hard on our service and relationships and hope our wins are testimony to this.

We look forward to working with our customers this year; helping to drive business recovery and growth in what we hope will be an easier and calmer 2022 for all.

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM ALL OF US AT RM CURTIS!

Thank you to those of you who have worked with us, or just stayed in touch with us through social media, during what has been another challenging year.

Our offices and factories will be closed from 5 pm today until Tuesday 4th January 2022.

We wish you and your families a safe and happy Christmas and a peaceful new year. We’ll see you in 2022!

Last year a record 582,000+ people participated in Veganuary; the 31-day challenge encouraging people to try a vegan lifestyle for January.

More than 825 new vegan products and menus were launched for the initiative last year and Dunnhumby (the global leader in customer data science), released data that shows plant-based meat and dairy alternatives have increased 50% year-on-year in the first week of January. This represents a record £12m in sales for the plant-based food and drink category!

For a vegan diet, the consumption of nuts is a great choice to gain plant-based protein, calcium, and essential nutrients to prevent deficiencies and one-sidedness. They also provide enrichment in flavour and variety and work as a great meat-alternative ingredient in dishes. (INC).

With even more people expected to look for plant-based alternatives at the start of 2022, is your business ready for Veganuary?

Contact us at [email protected] if we can help your business stock up on nuts, pulses, dried fruits and seeds for 2022.

Have you thought the price of edible oils in the supermarkets has been higher recently? You’re not wrong!

The Financial Express put the sharp rise of pricing in the edible oil market down to varying factors. Naturally, COVID has affected global labour, but in the US and Brazil there has been a large consumption of soybean oil to make bio-diesel fuel from it.

Soybean is one of the most widely consumed cooking oils and second most consumed vegetable oil. With one-fifth of soybean oil (approx. 50 million tonnes!) being diverted towards the efforts to make bio-diesel fuel, there is reduced availability of edible oil in the market which puts pressure on the overall sentiment.

For us, this particularly has an effect on demand and pricing of sunflower seeds. As the strong demand for sunflower oil eats into the overall supply of kernels, so this steadily reduces the number of kernels available to service the rest of the sunflower market.

The same is true for coconuts, with prices on coconut oil climbing sharply over October. Whilst the levels have begun to correct themselves now, they are still 20% higher than in September.
Although none of us ideally want to see a drop in demand, we need to see a downturn in demand coming from these higher prices in order to offset the market strength.

that the Christmas Pudding started out as something much different from the nut and dried fruit dessert that we enjoy now?

The first hand-written recipe comes from the Middle Ages and the ingredients were partridge, pheasant, poultry, and rabbit.

Over the years it took on many alterations until King George I declared in 1714 that the pudding should be eaten at Christmas and contain no meat.

Thanks King George!

It's the Christmas Countdown!

We will be closing our offices and factories from 5pm on Thursday 23rd December and returning on Tuesday 4th January 2022.

Below we have our last order dates and lead times running up to Christmas, so please don’t risk leaving anything to the last minute.

The RM Curtis November Market Report calls attention to the many countries, which we are reliant on to produce certain commodities, that are still struggling to cope with COVID, let alone the issues that the industry is still seeing with shipping and labour shortages.

Exports from Turkey continue to be affected by the collapse of the Lira vs USD. Though we predict Turkey should develop an increased market share next year, this is hinged on continued global recovery – and in this new world, things just don’t seem to be following the normal rules.

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