PTC Foods supplies mixed nuts and honey roasted peanuts to Korea in both plastic containers and single-size tubes for the retail market. Our USA supplier of nuts have been supplying high quality nuts for over 30 years. They also supply a variety of nut products and chocolate candies.

We can work with our supplier to match your needs for all your nut products. We offer private labels, custom labeling, variety of packaging and endless variety of custom made formulas. We will make sure the products meet your needs with regards to your countries regulations.

Nuts are one of the best plant sources of protein. They are rich in fiber, phytonutrients and antioxidants such as Vitamin E and selenium. Nuts are also high in plant sterols and fat - but mostly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (omega 3 - the good fats) which have all been shown to lower LDL cholesterol.

In 2003, the FDA approved the following health claim for 7 kinds of nuts
"Scientific evidence suggests but does not prove that eating 1.5 oz per day of most nuts as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease."

USA produces some of the world's highest quality peanuts. The US exports more peanuts than any other country.

Health Benefits:
Peanuts are naturally cholesterol free and contain unsaturated fat which has been proven to lower LDL cholesterol levels in your blood. Peanuts and peanut butter also provide over 10% of the U.S. recommended daily intake (RDI) of protein per 1 ounce serving of peanuts or 2 tablespoons of peanut butter while providing many essential vitamins and minerals such as:
vitamin E, niacin, folate, thiamin, B6, riboflavin, fiber, and folic acid, magnesium, copper, phosphorous, potassium, zinc, iron, calcium.

PTC Foods have been selling USA Hi Oleic Runner Peanuts to our confectionery customer's for their famous candy bar for several years.  The US peanuts have constantly high quality and good pricing and have improved the taste and texture of the candy bar.

Description
The sunflower produces grayish-green or black seeds encased in tear-dropped shaped gray or black shells that oftentimes feature black and white stripes. Since these seeds have a very high oil content, they are one of the main sources used to produce polyunsaturated oil. Shelled sunflower seeds have a mild nutty taste and firm, but tender texture. Their taste is oftentimes compared with the Jerusalem artichoke (not to be confused with the bulb artichoke), another member of the Helianthus family.

Health Benefits
Anti-Inflammatory and Cardiovascular Benefits from Sunflower Seeds' Vitamin E

Sunflower Seeds' Phytosterols Lower Cholesterol

Calm Your Nerves, Muscles and Blood Vessels with Sunflower Seeds' Magnesium

Improved Detoxification and Cancer Prevention from Sunflower Seeds' Selenium.

Nutritional Profile
Sunflower seeds are an excellent source of vitamin E. They are also a very good source of vitamin B1. In addition, sunflower seeds are a good source of manganese, magnesium, copper, selenium, phosphorous, vitamin B5 and folate.

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Description
Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are flat, dark green seeds. Some are encased in a yellow-white husk, although some varieties of pumpkins produce seeds without shells. Pumpkin seeds have a malleable, chewy texture and a subtly sweet, nutty flavor. While roasted pumpkins seeds are probably best known for their role as a perennial Halloween treat, these seeds are so delicious, and nutritious, that they can be enjoyed throughout the whole year.
Like cantaloupe, cucumber, and squash, pumpkins and pumpkin seeds belong to the gourd or Cucurbitaceae family. The most common genus and species name for pumpkin is Cucurbita maxima.

Health Benefits
Pumpkin Seeds May Promote Prostate Health

Protection for Men's Bones

Anti-Inflammatory Benefits in Arthritis

A Rich Source of Healthful Minerals, Protein and Monounsaturated Fat

Pumpkin Seed Phytosterols Lower Cholesterol

Nutritional Profile
Pumpkin seeds are a very good source of the minerals phosphorous, magnesium and manganese. They are also a good source of other minerals including zinc, iron and copper. In addition, pumpkin seeds are a good source of protein and vitamin K.

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