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Peanut Butter

Peanut butter is a paste made from dry, roasted peanuts. Peanuts, a type of ground nuts, belong to the family of Fabaceae and species of Arachis hypogaea. The plant itself is small in which the branch of the flower touches the ground and grows underneath. This paste is generally used as a spread on toast or sandwiches. Peanut butter comes in two popular varieties (one is a creamy variety & the other is crunchy). While women and children generally love the creamy variety, men prefer the crunchy variety. It’s a healthy food that is full of nutrients such as proteins, carbohydrates, monounsaturated fatty acids, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, pyridoxine, riboflavin, thiamin, vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin A, sodium, magnesium, calcium, manganese, phosphorous, selenium, copper, iron, and zinc.
Health Benefits of Peanut Butter
Prevents Type II Diabetes
Good Source of Vitamins
Antioxidant Properties
Rich in Dietary Fiber
Rich Source of Protein
Lowers Cholesterol Levels
Reduce Risk of Gallstones
Prevents Cancer: Peanut butter contains B-sitosterol, a phytosterol that has a great property of fighting against cancer (particularly colon, prostate & breast cancers). Peanuts and its products, such as peanut oil and peanut butter are ideal sources of phytosterols.
Regulates Blood Sugar Levels: Peanut butter is a good source of magnesium. Magnesium also helps in regulating blood sugar levels and blood pressure.
High in Potassium: Peanut butter contains potassium that acts as an electrolyte and is a fluid-balancing element in the body. Potassium does not put any pressure either on the blood or on the cardiovascular system & it’s a heart-friendly element that is found in high quantities in peanut butter.

Caution: Peanut allergies are one of the major risks associated with peanut butter (symptoms of the allergy include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, anaphylaxis, asthma, and angioedema), according to a survey conducted in the United States.

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