There’s great almonds and not so great almonds. It all depends on how they are grown, harvested and most importantly stored. You can trust that you’re getting as near a perfect almond as possible by purchasing from California Almonds. I eat raw (as in not roasted or salted,) almonds almost everyday. They are a wonderfood in terms of nutrients and they are perfect for any diet, as just 3 or 4 can keep hunger pangs at bay.