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SPECIALITY SUPPLEMENTS |Peanut butter is one of the most used and preferred spreads consumed around the globe. It pairs well with almost everything from bread to fruits, from adding it to a smoothie to eating it raw. It is both nutritious and delicious!
Peanut butter's benefits do not just end with its finger-licking goodness; it is actually a healthy snack! Despite its irresistibility, many people leave peanut butter sticking to the grocery-store shelves in fear of turning fat. But that's not the whole story.
It is rich in heart-healthy fats and is a good source of protein, which can be helpful for vegetarians and vegans looking to include more protein in their diets. Most peanut butters available pack in 9g of protein per serving and 3 grams of fiber. However, there are other brands who pack up to 14g of protein and 5 grams of fiber.
Adequate consumption of fiber is important for the healthy functioning of your body especially digestion. Due to its protein and fiber content, when you eat peanut butter you actually feel fuller for longer. This means, you are less likely to crave junk food and unhealthy snacks. This also prevents you from overeating helping you with maintain your weight.
Pure peanut butter also contains very low quantity of carbs, making it suitable for a low-carb diet, aiding weight loss. It is also high in magnesium that means it can assist in body-temperature regulation, detoxification, formation of strong bones and teeth, and maintenance of a healthy nervous system. Monounsaturated fats also present in peanut butter protect brain health and function.
The protein, fiber and healthy fat in peanut butter can give you that kick you need to start the day. So, pull yourself out of this creamy dilemma and get a spoonful of this much-loved, but often misunderstood, spread.
Happy spreading!
