Peanuts are considered the most popular nut, although, from a botanical point of view, they are... Walnut is widely used in a variety of fields. The rich composition of peanuts gives this product many beneficial properties, due to which it is often used for medicinal purposes.
Peanuts have a unique content of useful substances; the nut contains almost all the vitamins, minerals and amino acids that are required for the human body.
Vitamins
The organic substances and vitamins in peanuts are as follows:
- B1 (thiamine) – 0.73 mg (48%). Required for the metabolic processes of proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
- PP( nicotinic acid) – 13.3 mg (61%). Activates venous circulation, normalizes the functioning of the adrenal glands and thyroid gland.
- B4 (choline) – 52.4 mg (10.4%). Required for normal functioning of the brain and central nervous system.
- B2 (riboflavin) – 0.12 mg (7%). Takes part in metabolism, activates the restoration of tissues of internal organs.
- B6 (pyridoxine) – 0.347 mg (17.3%). Necessary for metabolic processes that occur at the cellular level.
- B5 (pantothenic acid) – 1.768 mg (36%). Has a wide spectrum of action, which includes metabolic processes, anti-inflammatory effects, growth and development of cells of internal organs.
- E (tocopherol) – 10.2 mg (67.4%). A substance that is responsible for cellular nutrition, strengthens artery walls, and is one of the main antioxidants.
- C (ascorbic acid) – 5.4 mg (5.8%). A very useful element for the body, which improves the functioning of the immune system, activates collagen synthesis, promotes rapid healing of wounds and tissue healing, and facilitates the absorption of iron.
Mineral composition
The chemical composition of peanuts contains the following useful minerals (per 100 g of product):
- Magnesium – 183 mg (45.6%). Normalizes the central nervous system, improves the functioning and tone of the heart muscle, and helps tissue restoration.
- Calcium – 75 mg (7.5%). It has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects, is responsible for the speed of transmission of impulses from nerve endings and blood clotting.
- Potassium – 657 mg (26.4%). Evens out the heartbeat rhythm and normalizes the amount of water in the body.
- Sodium – 24 mg (1.7%). Takes part in the production of certain hormones, restores the functioning of the kidneys and gastrointestinal tract.
- Iron – 6 mg (27.9%). Controls hemoglobin content and takes part in hematopoiesis.
- Phosphorus – 360 mg (43.9%). Strengthens the skeleton, is responsible for the functioning of the central nervous system, liver, and metabolism.
- Copper – 114.5 mg (114.5%). It has disinfecting properties and improves the absorption of iron.
- Zinc – 3.28 mg (27.4%). Strengthens the skeleton, accelerates the healing of damaged tissues, improves metabolism.
- Selenium – 7.3 mg (13.2%). Required to strengthen the immune system and prevent cancer.
- Manganese – 1.95 mg (96.9%). Improves the functioning of the reproductive and endocrine systems, is responsible for the synthesis of many hormones.
- valine (43.3%);
- phenylalanine (44.7%);
- isoleucine (45.6%).
The nonessential amino acid composition is characterized by the presence of:
- glycine (44.5%);
- arginine (50.7%).
The nut has a high concentration of unsaturated fatty amino acids (84.3%), especially Omega-6 (linoleic amino acid): 100 g of product accounts for 152.9% of the daily value, that is, 70 g of groundnuts fully satisfy the daily needs of the human body.
Walnut kernels also contain a high content of Omega-9 amino acids - oleic acid (per 100 g of product - 18.9-23.8 g), which is an excellent prevention of vascular atherosclerosis and protects arteries from the development of cholesterol plaques.
But separately it is necessary to highlight the increased amount of phytosterols (410% of the daily value per 100 g), mainly the microelement beta-sitosterol (371.5%), that is, peanuts belong not only to, but also to
Quite a high content of pectin (80.1%), fiber (32.5%), glucose (per 100 g - 1.6 g), starch (0.8-6.5 g) in the kernels.
Patients with gout should not forget that groundnuts have a fairly high amount of purine compounds: per 100 g - 33.4% of the daily value.
In addition, the product contains oxalic acid: per 100 g there are 189 mg, which is 46.9% more than the permissible daily amount for consumption.
Peanuts are the only nut that contains the clinically important stilbene with a high antioxidant effect - resveratrol - approximately 701 mg per 100 g (the daily dose recommended by doctors is 1000 mcg per day).
Resveratrol has the following beneficial properties:
- stops the development of cancer tumors and can even destroy cancer cells, while activating the ability to restore healthy tissue;
- restores lipid levels (including cholesterol);
- has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects;
- prevents the formation of blood clots;
- has an antiallergic effect, inhibiting histamine synthesis;
- maintains the elasticity of the skin, prevents rapid aging;
- improves the functioning of the visual organs, helps in the treatment of retinopathy in patients with hypertension and;
- normalizes sugar levels in the body;
- improves brain function and the body's resistance to stressful situations.
Calorie content
Very high and amounts to approximately 663 kcal per 100 grams. It is for this reason that patients who are overweight, as well as people who care about maintaining slim figure, it is not recommended to eat a lot of nuts. When consumed in moderation, the high calorie content of peanuts will not cause harm to health.
Due to the amino acids and polyunsaturated fats found in the nut, the product has high nutritional value.
100 grams of peanuts contain:
- 9.8 g carbohydrates;
- 26-28 g protein;
- 45-47 g fat.
Composition of roasted peanuts
Vitamins in peanuts:
- B2 (0.12 mg).
- B1 (0.44 mg).
- PP (17.7 mg).
- E (7.8 mg).
Chemical elements:
- Calcium (16 mg).
- Potassium (589 mg).
- Sodium (39 mg).
- Magnesium (287 mg).
- Iron (1.8 mg).
- Phosphorus (386 mg).
Loses to raw on many points. The amount of vitamin B in a fresh nut is 49.4%, and in a roasted nut it is 28.6%. Also after heat treatment Amino acids, poly-, mono- and unsaturated acids are lost. At the same time, the nuclei tend to accumulate various toxic minerals.
Nutritional value is 625 kcal (49.4% of daily norm). Raw nuts are difficult to break down in the stomach and can cause an allergic reaction.
Energy value and . Peanut has positive action on the body only with moderate intake of food. It is enough to consume a small handful of nuts per day to provide the body with enough useful vitamins and microelements.
Peanuts are an annual low herbaceous plant of the legume family, growing in countries with warm and humid climates.
The peanut flower, on a long peduncle, emerges from the axil at the base of the leaf petiole attached to the stem. yellow flower The groundnut tree blooms for only one day. After pollination, an ovary is formed, and the long pedicel begins to gradually descend towards the ground. The ovary of the future fruit reaches the soil and buries itself in the ground. This is where the groundnuts ripen.
Peanuts also have other flowers - underground, small, at the top of the main root. Self-pollination also occurs underground. Groundnut pods also develop from underground flowers at a depth of 10-20 cm. They look like thick-walled pea pods, light brown in color, with several yellowish grains inside, covered with thin red or pink skin.
South America is considered the birthplace of peanuts, although many argue that it was Africa; it is cultivated in India, China, Africa, and the southern United States. During excavations in one of the parts of Peru, graves were discovered, after excavating them, scientists found groundnuts - peanuts. He was already thousands of years old. In addition to the nut itself, there were dishes decorated with its image. Therefore, they decided that the birthplace of peanuts is South America. From there he went to Africa, and then to the USA. It is also cultivated in India and China.
More than 450,000 tons are grown annually in the United States. peanuts, and the harvest from almost 400,000 hectares is fed to pigs.
The nuts are mainly used to produce oil, which is superior to many vegetable oils; it is also used to prepare high-quality margarine and chocolate.
When purchasing peanuts, pay attention to their appearance and smell. Choose evenly colored grains, without streaks or spots. A mold that sometimes settles on the surface of peanuts (during storage in places of high humidity) releases toxins that, when entering the human body, can affect any weakened organ.
Peanut calories
A product high in fat and protein, its calorie content is 552 kcal per 100 g. In dried peanuts - 611 kcal per 100 g. peanut butter– 884 kcal. Excessive consumption of peanuts can cause obesity.
Nutritional value per 100 grams:
Beneficial properties of peanuts
It contains more than 35% proteins and about 50% fats, and there is no cholesterol at all.
Peanut proteins are characterized by an optimal ratio of amino acids, and therefore they are well absorbed by the human body, and the fats contained in them have a mild choleretic effect and are useful for peptic ulcers and gastritis. Eating peanuts improves memory and attention, hearing, increases potency, normalizes the function of the nervous system, heart, liver and other internal organs. Also, do not forget that folic acid promotes cell renewal.
American scientists, as a result of research, have found that peanuts contain a lot of antioxidants - substances that protect the body's cells from the influence of harmful free radicals.
The maximum antioxidant properties in peanuts are possessed by polyphenols - compounds very similar in chemical composition to the antioxidant components of red wine. It is these components that serve to prevent heart disease, ischemia, blood vessels, atherosclerosis, early aging, as well as the formation of malignant tumors.
By the way, roasted peanuts contain 25% more polyphenols than raw ones. When comparing the antioxidant effect of peanuts with other products, it turned out that they are on par with blackberries and strawberries, and are second only to pomegranate, which contains the most antioxidant substances.
Peanuts in shell and shelled
Delicious and crunchy, peanuts are perhaps one of the most famous crops masquerading as nuts. Peanuts are not a nut from a Botanical point of view, but this does not detract from the fact that they are rich in substances necessary to maintain healthy image life.
Botanical description
Peanut– a plant from the legume family (Fabaceae), scientific name: Arachis hypogaea. This is an annual herbaceous plant with a branching stem, 30-50 cm high. The leaves are bipaired-pinnate, the flowers are yellow with reddish veins, grow from the corners of the leaves in 4-7 pieces, but seeds are set only from the lower flowers.
After self-pollination, the flower stem lengthens, under the weight of the growing seed, the peduncle bends until the seed touches the ground. Continued growth of the stem pushes the seeds down and further development fruiting occurs underground. After 120-150 days from the emergence of seedlings, the well-known peanut pods are dug out of the ground.
Other known names for peanuts are groundnut, Chinese nut, monkey nut, and pork nut. Despite their name, peanuts look little like a nut, more like beans. Its wrinkled pods hold 3-50 grains. Each seed, like other legumes, can be divided into two halves.
Peanut composition
The main component of peanuts is fats, their content is (on average) 49%, of which monounsaturated – 24 g, polyunsaturated – 16 g. The composition of polyunsaturated fatty acids is distributed as follows: 50-60% are omega-9, 20% – omega-6, 1-3% – omega-3 fatty acids.
The amino acid composition of peanut proteins is very rich - 18 amino acids, such an amount can only be compared with animal products. The nut contains essential amino acids - the building blocks of which our body is built. The amino acid composition of peanut proteins has a beneficial effect on overall well-being, improves mental health, and the functioning of the immune system.
The microelement composition of peanuts is very rich, containing 25 elements: potassium, phosphorus, boron, vanadium, selenium... .
| Indicator | Content per 100 g | % of daily requirement, RDA |
|---|---|---|
| Calorie content | 567 kcal | 29 % |
| Carbohydrates | 16.13 g | 12 % |
| Squirrels | 25.80 g | 46 % |
| Fat (total) | 49.24 g | 165 % |
| Saturated fat sour | 6.85 g | -- |
| Starch | 5.3 g | -- |
| Cholesterol | 0 | 0% |
| Phytosterols | 90-285 mg | -- |
| Dietary fiber (fiber) | 8.5 g | 22 % |
| Vitamins | ||
| Folates | 240 mcg | 60 % |
| Niacin | 12.066 mg | 75 % |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.767 mg | 35 % |
| Pyridoxine | 0.348 mg | 27 % |
| Riboflavin | 0.135 mg | 10 % |
| Thiamine | 0.640 mg | 53 % |
| Kholin | 170 mg | 31 % |
| Inositol | 180 mg | 16 % |
| Biotin | 30 mcg | 50 % |
| Coenzyme Q10 | 2.7 mg | 54 % |
| Vitamin A | 0 IU | 0 % |
| Vitamin C | 0.5 mg | 1 % |
| Vitamin E | 8.33 mg | 55,5 % |
| Micro-macroelements | ||
| Sodium | 18 mg | 1 % |
| Potassium | 705 mg | 15 % |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 9 % |
| Copper | 1.144 mg | 127 % |
| Iron | 4.58 mg | 57 % |
| Magnesium | 168 mg | 42 % |
| Manganese | 1.934 mg | 84 % |
| Silicon | 80 mg | 210 % |
| Titanium | 80 mg | -- |
| Phosphorus | 560 mg | 14 % |
| Selenium | 7.2 mcg | 13 % |
| Zinc | 3.27 mg | 30 % |
| Phytonutrients | ||
| β-carotene | 0 mcg | -- |
| Crypto-xanthin-β | 0 mcg | -- |
| Lutein-zeaxanthin | 0 mcg | -- |
| source: USDA Nutrient database | ||
Beneficial properties of peanuts
Peanuts are high-calorie foods, so if you are afraid of gaining extra pounds, then you need to be careful when consuming this product one or two servings a day (a serving is 30 g), no more.
Despite the fact that peanuts are predominantly fatty, they are not classified as harmful products, causing atherosclerosis and diseases of the cardiovascular system. Peanut fats are mainly represented by mono- and polyunsaturated fatty acids, especially oleic acid (50-66%). In addition, they do not contain harmful cholesterol and contain many phytosterols.
Peanuts contain several types of antioxidants ( coenzyme Q10, vitamin E, resveratrol, p-coumaric acid). Together they form a strong “shield” in the body’s antioxidant defense, e.g. p-coumaric acid (polyphenolic antioxidant) prevents the formation of nitrosamines, reduces the risk of stomach ulcers; Coenzyme Q10, vitamin E reduce the number of free radicals and the number of gene mutations.
One of the most important antioxidants found in peanuts is Resveratrol, it's natural phytoalexin, which has anti-inflammatory, antitumor, cardioprotective, blood sugar-lowering, neuroprotective effects, reduces the risk of stroke. Resveratrol alters molecular mechanisms in blood vessels (reduces activity angiotensin, increases production nitric oxide), resulting in the risk of stroke is reduced.
Peanuts contain a lot of niacin (nicotinic acid, vitamin PP) - this is the only vitamin recognized medicine. Niacin deficiency leads to severe illness pellagra. It is also called the three D disease - the main symptoms of this disease are dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia (acquired dementia).
A pilot study found that consuming niacin and choline, a substance also found in peanuts, helps improve long-term memory and concentration.
Low levels of copper and zinc can lead to premature birth, but if you remember to eat peanuts during pregnancy, there is no risk of miscarriage, they contain both of these microelements.
Peanut harm
Peanuts are one of the crops that are affected by the fungal infection (mold) Aspergillus flavus, which produces aflatoxin. Aflatoxin is a very dangerous carcinogen that can lead to liver cirrhosis and cancer. Roasting peanuts (roasting) helps reduce toxin levels in the nuts and thus provides some protection against aflatoxin.
Peanuts are more likely than other nuts to cause allergies. A peanut allergy is a type of hypersensitivity in some people. The immune system's reaction can lead to serious physical illness: vomiting, abdominal pain, swelling, redness of the skin, anaphylactic shock. Therefore, such people are advised to avoid any foods that contain peanuts.
People with food allergies to peanuts now have hope of getting rid of this disease. French scientists have developed a patch Viaskin Peanut, which allows you to get rid of peanut allergies.
The principle of its action is to train the body's immune system. To do this, a patch that contains microscopic doses of peanut protein is glued to the patient's skin. After 12-18 months of regular wearing of the patch, immune system ceases to see peanut proteins as a threat even when a large amount of the nut enters the body allergic reactions does not arise. Now the developers of the patch are trying to reduce the time required to wear the patch.
Ways to eat peanuts
Peanuts are usually eaten by cracking the fragile shell with your fingers. Nuts are also sold without shells: raw, roasted, boiled, salted, or sweetened.
Roasting peanuts not only improves the taste, but also increases antioxidant levels by 22%. p-coumaric acid and promotes the destruction of aflatoxin.
Peanut butter, has a soft, pleasant taste and aroma. They make it out of it peanut butter, analog butter. In US schools, a sandwich with peanut butter is always included in the school breakfast, because the properties of peanuts are recognized as beneficial.
The paste is popular all over the world and is widely used as a supplementary nutrition. In the 18th century, long before the beneficial properties of peanuts were studied, doctors prescribed the paste to weakened patients and old people who could no longer eat solid food.
Popular all over the world Peanut milk, it does not contain lactose, it is loved by vegetarians and fasting people.
Peanut butter is a healthy source of edible vegetable oil that has a high smoke point. It is widely used in cooking, especially in South India and Sri Lanka. Refined oil does not cause allergies.
Peanut flour Popular with chefs, it is low in fat and high in protein. Often used as a flavor enhancer.
Roasted and crushed nuts are often sprinkled on salads, desserts, especially ice cream.
Peanuts form the basis for traditional Indian seasoning Chutney or pasta. It is made from these nuts, chili peppers, salt, coriander leaves, garlic and mustard in India and Sri Lanka. Used to increase appetite.
Selection and storage
There are a lot of peanuts grown in the world, they are available in markets all year round(presumably in 2013, the peanut harvest in China alone will be 16.6 million tons, and 37 million tons worldwide). Chinese peanuts are large and elongated, but they are not as tasty as those brought from South America.
You can find it on sale different types peanuts: shelled, unshelled, salted, sweet, etc. Try to buy unpeeled, it is usually sold in sealed packages, as well as in bulk containers.
Unshelled peanut pods must be uniform in size and white, compact shape, intact and healthy-looking shell, heavy weight. They should be free of cracks, mold, stains and rancid odor. Good peanuts shouldn't rattle in the pods.
If, when cracking the pod, you see that the seeds are covered with a white coating, leave without hesitation - this is a fungus (mold).
Choose peeled peanuts that are matte in appearance, without a greasy sheen; they are made by dry roasting and are much healthier. It is also better to choose peanuts in opaque (metalized) bags, so they will not go rancid longer.
Unshelled peanuts can be stored in a cool, dry place for many months. In conditions of high humidity, mold fungi can form on it - aspergillus.
Shelled (shelled) peanuts should be placed in an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator to prevent rancidity.
Peanut rich in vitamins and minerals such as: vitamin B1 - 49.3%, vitamin B5 - 35.3%, vitamin B6 - 17.4%, vitamin B9 - 60%, vitamin E - 67.3%, vitamin H - 80 %, vitamin PP - 94.5%, potassium - 26.3%, silicon - 266.7%, magnesium - 45.5%, phosphorus - 43.8%, iron - 27.8%, cobalt - 67.5 %, manganese - 96.7%, copper - 114.4%, molybdenum - 16.6%, selenium - 13.1%, chromium - 19.4%, zinc - 27.3%
What are the benefits of Peanuts?
- Vitamin B1 is part of the most important enzymes of carbohydrate and energy metabolism, providing the body with energy and plastic substances, as well as the metabolism of branched amino acids. A lack of this vitamin leads to serious disorders of the nervous, digestive and cardiovascular systems.
- Vitamin B5 participates in protein, fat, carbohydrate metabolism, cholesterol metabolism, the synthesis of a number of hormones, hemoglobin, promotes the absorption of amino acids and sugars in the intestines, supports the function of the adrenal cortex. A lack of pantothenic acid can lead to damage to the skin and mucous membranes.
- Vitamin B6 participates in maintaining the immune response, processes of inhibition and excitation in the central nervous system, in the transformation of amino acids, the metabolism of tryptophan, lipids and nucleic acids, promotes the normal formation of red blood cells, maintaining normal levels of homocysteine in the blood. Insufficient intake of vitamin B6 is accompanied by decreased appetite, impaired skin condition, and the development of homocysteinemia and anemia.
- Vitamin B9 as a coenzyme they participate in the metabolism of nucleic acids and amino acids. Folate deficiency leads to disruption of the synthesis of nucleic acids and proteins, resulting in inhibition of cell growth and division, especially in rapidly proliferating tissues: bone marrow, intestinal epithelium, etc. Insufficient folate intake during pregnancy is one of the causes of prematurity, malnutrition, and congenital deformities and child development disorders. A strong relationship has been shown between folate and homocysteine levels and the risk of cardiovascular disease.
- Vitamin E has antioxidant properties, is necessary for the functioning of the gonads and heart muscle, and is a universal stabilizer of cell membranes. With vitamin E deficiency, hemolysis of erythrocytes and neurological disorders are observed.
- Vitamin H participates in the synthesis of fats, glycogen, amino acid metabolism. Insufficient consumption of this vitamin can lead to disruption of the normal condition of the skin.
- Vitamin PP participates in redox reactions of energy metabolism. Insufficient vitamin intake is accompanied by disruption of the normal condition of the skin, gastrointestinal tract and nervous system.
- Potassium is the main intracellular ion that takes part in the regulation of water, acid and electrolyte balance, participates in the processes of conducting nerve impulses and regulating pressure.
- Silicon included as structural component into the composition of glycosaminoglycans and stimulates collagen synthesis.
- Magnesium participates in energy metabolism, synthesis of proteins, nucleic acids, has a stabilizing effect on membranes, and is necessary to maintain homeostasis of calcium, potassium and sodium. A lack of magnesium leads to hypomagnesemia, an increased risk of developing hypertension and heart disease.
- Phosphorus takes part in many physiological processes, including energy metabolism, regulates acid-base balance, is part of phospholipids, nucleotides and nucleic acids, and is necessary for the mineralization of bones and teeth. Deficiency leads to anorexia, anemia, and rickets.
- Iron is part of proteins of various functions, including enzymes. Participates in the transport of electrons and oxygen, ensures the occurrence of redox reactions and activation of peroxidation. Insufficient consumption leads to hypochromic anemia, myoglobin deficiency atony of skeletal muscles, increased fatigue, myocardiopathy, and atrophic gastritis.
- Cobalt is part of vitamin B12. Activates enzymes of fatty acid metabolism and folic acid metabolism.
- Manganese participates in the formation of bone and connective tissue, is part of enzymes involved in the metabolism of amino acids, carbohydrates, catecholamines; necessary for the synthesis of cholesterol and nucleotides. Insufficient consumption is accompanied by slower growth, disturbances in the reproductive system, increased fragility of bone tissue, and disturbances in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism.
- Copper is part of enzymes that have redox activity and are involved in iron metabolism, stimulates the absorption of proteins and carbohydrates. Participates in the processes of providing oxygen to the tissues of the human body. Deficiency is manifested by disturbances in the formation of the cardiovascular system and skeleton, and the development of connective tissue dysplasia.
- Molybdenum is a cofactor for many enzymes that ensure the metabolism of sulfur-containing amino acids, purines and pyrimidines.
- Selenium- an essential element of the antioxidant defense system of the human body, has an immunomodulatory effect, participates in the regulation of the action of thyroid hormones. Deficiency leads to Kashin-Beck disease (osteoarthritis with multiple deformities of the joints, spine and limbs), Keshan disease (endemic myocardiopathy), and hereditary thrombasthenia.
- Chromium participates in the regulation of blood glucose levels, enhancing the effect of insulin. Deficiency leads to decreased glucose tolerance.
- Zinc is part of more than 300 enzymes, participates in the processes of synthesis and breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nucleic acids and in the regulation of the expression of a number of genes. Insufficient consumption leads to anemia, secondary immunodeficiency, liver cirrhosis, sexual dysfunction, and fetal malformations. Research recent years The ability of high doses of zinc to disrupt the absorption of copper and thereby contribute to the development of anemia has been revealed.
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Peanuts are a well-known plant that was recently recognized as a legume. It grows in warm countries, and is most widespread in the USA. It is also called “groundnut” because it grows in the ground in the form of tubers, and only a bush with succulent green leaves rises above the ground. What is contained in peanuts and what benefits does it bring to the body? This will be discussed in our article.
In America, this legume is grown on plantations and is often used as livestock feed, as well as for the production of other products, for example, peanut butter is made from it. Part of the harvest remains in its original form and goes on the shelves without processing. Due to its availability and abundance, this product is often used in cooking. Those who love peanuts will be interested to know what vitamins they contain.
Below is a table showing useful substances in the composition and their effect on the body.
Vitamins in peanuts per 100 g:
| Name | Content in mg | Benefits for the body |
| 0,74 | Thiamine is necessary for the body to maintain normal functioning of the nervous system. With sufficient content, it improves performance digestive system and normalizes water-salt balance. Positively affects the cardiovascular system. | |
| 0,11 | Riboflavin is involved in the process of hemoglobin synthesis and improves metabolism. Improves the condition of nails and hair. | |
| 52 | Choline helps you get energy and lowers cholesterol levels. Doesn't give harmful substances accumulate in the kidneys. | |
| 1,75 | Participates in energy exchange. Blood sugar levels under the influence of this substance are kept within normal limits. Normalizes cholesterol levels, which harm the body. Once in the body, the vitamin promotes rapid healing of wounds and improves the condition of the skin. | |
| 0,35 | Pyridoxine has a complex effect on the human body and has a positive effect on the functioning of all systems. The substance prevents the development of atherosclerosis. | |
| 0,025 | Folic acid contained in the nut is necessary for hematopoiesis and also improves digestion. Strengthens nervous system and is a means of prevention. | |
| 5,3 | Ascorbic acid is necessary for the body to strengthen the immune system; with its help, the process of transporting glucose in the blood is accelerated. | |
| 10 | Strengthens the walls of blood vessels, maintains the youth of cells. The immune system becomes stronger with sufficient content of this substance in the body. | |
| 19 | Prevents the development of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes, regulates cholesterol levels, improves the functioning of the central nervous system. |
Peanuts also contain potassium(660 mg), phosphorus(350 mg), magnesium(182 mg), calcium(76 mg), sodium(23 mg), iron(5 mg), zinc(3.2 mg), selenium(0.007 mg).
Having found out what is contained in peanuts, we can conclude that it is extremely useful product, its vitamin composition confirms its positive effect on the body. A large amount of nutrients allows this nut to influence various systems the body and collectively improve its general condition.
The conventional wisdom that all unprocessed foods are healthier does not apply to groundnuts. It is better to eat roasted peanuts, as raw peanuts can cause digestive problems.
How does a nut affect the body?
It is important to note that the treat will be useful for diabetics, since several substances from the product are aimed at normalizing insulin and blood sugar levels.
The large amount of pantothenic acid and choline contained in the product suggests that when eating peanuts, a person will be able to feel a surge of strength throughout the day and will receive a sufficient amount of energy. All are important for energy exchange; they make it possible to work productively and actively throughout the day, both mentally and physically. It is recommended to include peanuts in your diet for people who experience fatigue, drowsiness and lethargy.
What effect does the product have on the body:
- Improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Accelerates the regeneration process.
- Leads to normal levels of insulin and cholesterol.
- Promotes healthy functioning of the nervous system.
- Has a beneficial effect on reproductive function.
Despite the fact that groundnuts are healthy and have a wide list of positive properties, there are also warnings that should not be forgotten.
Harmful properties of peanuts
If you consume groundnuts in doses, namely no more than 20 grams per day, then there are no risks. If there is an excess of this product in the diet, unpleasant and even dangerous consequences may appear.
If you overuse peanuts, there is a risk of developing:
- gout;
- arthrosis;
- thrombosis
Its use by people who already suffer from these diseases is contraindicated. It can cause complications and make the situation worse.
If you exceed the daily intake of this product, there is a high chance of gaining excess weight.
It is also worth mentioning that this nut is often an allergen. Many people suffer from peanut allergies, and even a small amount can cause severe symptoms, including angioedema. Peanuts should not be given to children under three years of age, and after this age they should be introduced into the diet gradually in very small doses.
Peanuts - healthy legume, if you stick to daily norms s, it will change the state of the body for the better. A person who cares about his health should definitely include groundnuts in his diet. Regular use will improve your well-being within a month.