Ah, the Pecan, a favorite of nut lovers around the world, and for good reason. Not only are Pecans super-tasty, they're loaded with nutrients, making them an ideal snack food for kids and adults alike. NOW Real Food Pecans are naturally free of sodium and sugar, and they're a natural source of healthy fatty acids. Pecans are so good that they're one of the new nuts to have their own pie. Now that's good eating! Scientific evidence suggests but does not prove that eating 1.5 ounces per day of most nuts, such as Pecans, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease. This product has been packed using NOW Real Food KeepFresh Technology to maximize freshness. Because you are what you eat, NOW Real Food has been committed to providing delicious, healthy, natural and organic foods since 1968. We're independent, family owned, and proud of it. Keep it natural. Keep it real.