Nutritional Value of Peanut
Peanut is a legume used throughout the world for a variety of purposes including production of oil, butter, chocolates, cookies, etc. Peanuts are also eaten raw, roasted or added in various delicacies.

Nutrition Facts and Information about Peanut: Peanuts are a rich source of protein. They are rich in almost all minerals. Peanuts contain excellent levels of manganese, copper and magnesium. It is also a very good source of iron, phosphorous, potassium, zinc, selenium and tryptophan. Peanuts contain traces of sodium.

Vitamin Content: Peanut is a good source of Niacin and folate. Peanuts also contain thiamin, vitamin E, pantothenic acid, vitamin B6 and riboflavin.

Calorie Content of Peanut: 100g of Peanuts contributes 567 calories of energy. They are a very good source of monounsaturated fats. Peanut is very low in cholesterol and sodium.

Health Benefits of Peanut: Peanuts contribute to brain health, brain circulation and blood flow. In addition to that, peanuts are also good antioxidants. Other health benefits of peanut include protection against colon cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, heart disease, and high cholesterol.

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Nutritional Value of Peanut Butter
Peanut butter (also known as peanut paste) is made from ground roasted peanuts, with or without added oil. Peanut butter is rich in proteins and hence is a useful part of diet, especially for vegetarians.

Nutrition Facts and Information about Peanut Butter: Peanut butter is an excellent source of potassium, phosphorous and magnesium. It also contains very good amounts of calcium and sodium. Peanut butter contains good amounts of iron, zinc, manganese and selenium.

Vitamin Content: Peanut butter contains excellent levels of niacin and very good amounts of vitamin B3 and vitamin E. It contains good amounts of vitamin k, thiamin, pantothenic acid and riboflavin.

Calorie Content of Peanut Butter: Peanut butter is a high calorie food. The total calorie content in 100 grams of peanut butter is 589 calories. An excellent source of protein, peanuts also contains folate, dietary fiber and arginine.

Health Benefits of Peanut Butter: The benefits of peanut butter include cardiovascular diseases, coronary heart diseases, high cholesterol levels, high blood sugar, cancer, and gallstones.

Important News: Clif Bar has voluntarily recalled 14 of its products. More details

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femy  - peanut butter 2010-09-02 04:18:49 I thought peanut butter is bad for my health, but I really love it! that's why until now, it's my favorite. thanks, I've read an article about it. I really loved it more! Reply

doy  - i love peanut(peanut butter) 2010-07-11 06:06:15 i eat peanut everyday or peanut butter sometimes and i see the results! my muscle getting bigger and harder with working out regularly! and i have researched on the net that peanuts contains large amount of arginine(amino acid) that can stimulates growth hormone in order to get taller! so what are you waiting for? eat peanut or peanut butter now!!!! Reply

mark  - peanut butter 2009-12-17 19:03:00 For bodybuilding I eat 1 jar of peanut butter every other day. Within 1 month I've gained 20pounds. The body looks good. Try it. Reply

Lana  - Red 2009-10-29 17:43:41 I'd like to add to V's comment. Because of PBs mold and all, almond butter is a great alternative. If you do eat peanut butter all natural is definitely the way to go - no Peter Pan peanut butter, just the real stuff like Smucker's or an organic all natural (some organics are like Peter Pan with all the sugar just organic sugar - don't be fooled these are not good for you!) Reply

grace  - great news 2009-10-20 20:16:27 i didn't know that peanuts are really that good esp. for someone who is dieting..I read also that it's good for the heart..i'll start eating it regularly..let us see. Reply

Mackenzie  - Natural peanut butter 2009-10-03 08:10:05 Krema Nut Company and Krema Products both make all-natural peanut butter. The only ingredient is nuts. They are both based in central Ohio, so I'm not sure where all you can get them outside Columbus. Also, if eat just a serving at a time, peanut butter really is an excellent source of nutrition and it fills you up. I lost 67 pounds in college, and another 40 after I had my son, and I eat peanut butter all the time while maintaining my weight. It's great in smoothies or before/after a workout. Reply

Don 2009-08-27 18:29:45 Looked on Google for food. values of peanuts. Even an ounce of dry roasted have too many calories and too much fat for most Americans. They are so good it is hard to eat only one oz as we all know. Maybe almonds and walnuts are better, as my nutricionist told me. Also, almond butter. Reply

Kara  - Diet Peanut Butter 2009-05-19 08:01:02 Hi Everyone, I have tried a couple times to diet and have failed all times. My body produces too much insolin, so everytime I try diet foods, my sugar gets waaaay too low and I pass out. I have been on a successful diet for a month using peanut butter for morning snack, about 1/8 cup of peanut butter and celery, a turkey sandwich on wheat with only mustard, and a sensible dinner meat and vegies. I have lost 26 pounds in one month, it is great. I am now 148 pounds. yay! Peanut butter has made my morning bearable and kept me healthy! Love it! I buy only organic peanut butter from local organic stores, not a big organic person, but the safest way I know right now. :) I am huge meat, potatoes, bread, anything fatty, and this diet has been really easy, I continue to lose each day, only have 10-15 lbs to my ideal weight, go figure! Reply

V  - Forget about peanuts 2009-04-03 18:43:18 While I don't doubt the nutritional content found in peanuts or the butter they make, the side effects of the processing is what should cause peanut butter eaters to pay closer attention. There is a very toxic mold that is acknowledged by the FDA, which sets limits & restrictions on prepackaged peanut butter. BUT the question is HOW long has that approved mold in PB been growing during shipment, sitting stocked on a shelf, then sitting on your shelf? The PB with the highest contamination is the PB they grind up for you at the health food stores. Nobody's there to regulate the levels of the mold at that point. Here is some general intro to information regarding the mold: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aflatoxin You'll have to do your own digging to see whatelse is there as this article offers the most benign beginning to the truth re: health, wellness, & nutrients. My hope is that you'll realize being mindful of nutritional content isn't enough. You MUST deepen your awa... Reply

Jacob  - Oh Really? 2008-12-10 08:31:21 I didn't know peanut butter was that good for you...The calories are kind of high, but if you eat it before a football game or something, it would be really helpful Reply

hash50  - Peanuts and migraine 2008-12-05 01:56:08 I have loved peanuts from my childhood, but it used to trigger migraine in me. Now I am in my fifties, and peanuts no longer bring on a migraine. So, finally after decades,I am enjoying peanuts without fear (well, almost). Reply

Jeff  - Crazy about nuts! 2008-12-02 08:48:38 If there's one thing that's good for you, it's peanuts. Reply

Stocker  - PB in aspect to energy... 2008-11-13 17:47:23 So, I stumbled across this in my search of snack foods I can use at work for an energy boost/muscle gain. I know it's foolish. I work overnight stock at a retailer, it's a very weight intensive job. I haven't done it long so everyday is painful. I'm looking for nutritional ways to help speed up the muscle gain, so I'm not lacking like current. I know protein helps in muscle growth. I'm just looking to kill 2 birds with one stone, on a cheap level. Any information would be great. Reply

walter  - snack food 2008-11-13 07:33:21 Unshelled peanuts are a great snack food because they are so labor-intensive you can't gobble them up.mgzfi Reply

B 2008-09-16 14:48:00 Peanut butter is awesome, try it on or with a banana. Reply

imee  - great 2008-09-15 02:13:44 i love peanuts Reply

Bonnie  - Wow 2008-06-15 19:27:30 i didnt realise peanut butter was so good for you. thats awesome Reply

me 2008-06-15 19:35:28 Good comment Reply

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