Roasted Peanuts in Shell

Peanuts

Not only do peanuts taste good, they're also packed with protein, fat, and various healthy nutrients . Studies show that peanuts can be beneficial for weight loss.

Peanuts are an excellent source of various vitamins and minerals . The following vitamins and minerals are in especially high quantities in peanuts:

• Biotin : Peanuts are one of the richest food sources of biotin, which is especially important during pregnancy.
• Copper : A dietary traceable mineral that is often low in the Western diet. Copper deficiency can have adverse effects on heart health.
• Niacin : Also known as vitamin B3, niacin has various important functions in the body. Niacin has been associated with a reduced risk of heart disease.
• Folate : Also known as vitamin B9 or folic acid, folate has many essential functions and is especially important in pregnancy.
• Manganese : A trace element found in drinking water and most foods.
• Vitamin E : a powerful antioxidant, often found in high quantities in fatty foods.
• Thiamine : one of the B vitamins, also known as vitamin B1. It helps the body's cells turn carbohydrates into energy and is essential for the function of the heart, muscles and nervous system.
• Phosphorus : Peanuts are a good source of phosphorus, a mineral that plays an essential role in the growth and maintenance of body tissues.
• Magnesium : An essential dietary mineral with several important functions. Magnesium intake is believed to protect against heart disease.