Nature's Diet Pills: Peanuts

Peanuts provide over 30 essential nutrients and phytonutrients. They’re a good source of many vitamins and minerals and contain 25% protein. 

Roasted peanuts rival the antioxidant content of blackberries and strawberries, and are far richer in antioxidants than carrots or beets. Natural sources of fiber and with a very low glycaemic index, they have also the reputation to lower LDL cholesterol.

They are filling,  meaning hunger is tamed for much longer, and therefore fewer calories are consumed in the long-run.

But… there’s always a “but” with good food, isn’t it?
One serving of peanuts should be only a small handful or 2 tbsp of peanut butter. This means around 200 Kcal, quite a lot!

Take care also what brand you buy. Some add a lot of salt or, worse, peanut butter is “enriched” with sugar or even hydrogenated fats.

One funny fact: Peanuts are not nuts but legumes, like beans.

PS. A delicious healthy snack: peanuts or peanut butter with a bit of cheese ( cottage cheese or Swiss Cheese are fine). A fruit with it won't hurt.