Sunday, October 20, 2013

Pass the peanuts please


Pass The Peanuts, Please!


Most people are familiar with the use of peanuts in snacks, desserts and in Asian cuisine, but did you know that peanuts and peanut butter are cholesterol-free sources of protein that offer 13 vitamins and 26 minerals?


Pass The Peanuts, Please!


Most people are familiar with the use of peanuts in snacks, desserts and in Asian cuisine, but did you know that peanuts and peanut butter are cholesterol-free sources of protein that offer 13 vitamins and 26 minerals? Now you can enjoy them knowing that you are making smart choices. Check out the following Peanut Pointers about why you should pop more peanuts:

1. Peanuts' and peanut butter's combinations of fiber and mono-unsaturated fat satisfy for hours, which means fewer cravings for empty-calorie snacks.

2. Peanuts have no cholesterol. They are also a good source of protein, fiber and other nutrients like vitamin E.

3. Scientific evidence suggests that eating 1.5 ounces per day of most nuts, including peanuts, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.

4. Peanuts contain resveratrol, a naturally occurring phytochemical also found in red wine, which has been associated with reduced c

 



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