Peanuts

Peanuts 

Peanuts are a popular staple in many Western cuisines or as a stand-alone snack, where they are often bagged and presented with an additional salt content for added taste. Despite belonging to the single plant, Leguminosae family (which include peas & beans), peanuts have a similar taste and nutritional profile to Walnuts, Almonds, and Hazelnuts. They are highly regarded for being a good source of protein, and of course are the key ingredient of the ever popular Peanut Butter.

What are the benefits of eating peanuts?

Despite being widely known for their high calorie profile, peanuts also contain high traces of Potassium, Magnesium, Phosphorous, and B Vitamins.

What happens if you eat a lot of peanuts?

Being that peanuts are a high-calorie Food it's important to note that you should consume them in moderation. However, with that said, peanuts are could play an important role within a strict Slimming & Weight Loss plan if utilised correctly.