Frequently asked Questions
Q. How many apricot kernels can we eat each day?
A: we must state here that the food standards agency says (pre-legislation change) your allowed to eat 2-3 kernels per day, please feel free to do your own research or use your own common sense to determine the best amount for you.
A: we must state here that the food standards agency says (pre-legislation change) your allowed to eat 2-3 kernels per day, please feel free to do your own research or use your own common sense to determine the best amount for you.
Q: Can I freeze apricot seeds?
A: We recommend you do not freeze apricot seeds as this could destroy the essential enzymes and active compounds within the seed. They are better kept in a cool dry place.
A: We recommend you do not freeze apricot seeds as this could destroy the essential enzymes and active compounds within the seed. They are better kept in a cool dry place.
Q: Are your apricot kernels organic?
A: yes our apricot kernels from the Himalayas Hunza land in Pakistan, our apricot trees have been grown by small family farmers within the Gilgit region which run through the hunza valley, grown organically as nature intended without the use of chemicals or pesticides, your apricot seeds are certainly not genetically messed around with (GM). Our apricot kernels are also fairly traded helping those families within the region.
Q: Are your apricot seeds raw?
A: Yes, our apricot seeds are air dried in their hard shells, the shells are then removed and packaged. No other processing has been done.
A: Yes, our apricot seeds are air dried in their hard shells, the shells are then removed and packaged. No other processing has been done.
Q: Isn’t apricot kernels illegal in the united kingdom?
A: No, the seed of the apricot is not illegal however, making claims of any health benefits is along with last years new legislation which have now banned them for human consumption.
Interesting to note here is that the Bitter apricot kernel extract known as amygdalin for many years has been made a 'prescription only medicine' and is listed in the annex of prescription medicines in uk!
if you know of any doctors in the uk with a license to prescribe amygdalin please let us know!
A: No, the seed of the apricot is not illegal however, making claims of any health benefits is along with last years new legislation which have now banned them for human consumption.
Interesting to note here is that the Bitter apricot kernel extract known as amygdalin for many years has been made a 'prescription only medicine' and is listed in the annex of prescription medicines in uk!
if you know of any doctors in the uk with a license to prescribe amygdalin please let us know!
Q: Can I give these products to my pets?
A: Yes! Many of our customers use our apricot seed capsules or apricot seed ground powder and have very healthy dogs, cats and horses. Keep in mind your pet’s body weight and adjust accordingly, and always check with your veterinarian and do your own research.
A: Yes! Many of our customers use our apricot seed capsules or apricot seed ground powder and have very healthy dogs, cats and horses. Keep in mind your pet’s body weight and adjust accordingly, and always check with your veterinarian and do your own research.
