Health Benefits and Consumption Guidelines for Peanuts

Kathmandu. Peanuts are a dry fruit rich in nutrients such as protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamin E, magnesium, and antioxidants. Eating peanuts daily can be beneficial for the heart, brain, and bones. However, it is not appropriate to eat peanuts with everything. But eating it with some foods can cause digestive problems. It can cause gas, bloating, or heaviness in some people.

Fried Foods

Peanuts contain healthy fats. Eating them with excessively fried or oily foods can cause heaviness in the stomach, indigestion, or gas problems in some people.

Sweets

Eating peanuts regularly with sweets, sugary sweets, or sweet foods can increase calorie intake. If you want to control your weight, it is better to avoid such combinations.

Heavy Meals

Eating peanuts immediately after a heavy meal can cause digestive problems for some people. It is better to eat peanuts as a snack or between meals. It is also good to eat them on an empty stomach.

Salted Roasted Peanuts

If you are already suffering from high blood pressure or heart problems, it may be better to eat plain or soaked peanuts instead of heavily salted roasted peanuts. Soaking peanuts and eating them will also be beneficial. 

What is the correct way to eat peanuts?

You can eat 5 to 8 peanuts daily. If you like, you can also soak peanuts overnight and eat them in the morning. Peanuts are better without salt and sugar as much as possible. Drink plenty of water with it. 

(Disclaimer: This content with advice provides general information only, always consult your doctor or specialist for more information.)