1.1 Provides a prolonged feeling of fullness
Eating peanuts can provide a prolonged feeling of satiety. Adding a few peanuts or peanut butter to your breakfast can increase this feeling and thus reduce the amount of food consumed throughout the day.
Nutritionists all recommend eating less rather than skipping meals, and consuming a few peanuts can help control appetite and feel full for longer.
1.2 Stabilizes blood sugar levels
Studies have shown that replacing red meat with peanuts in the diet can reduce the risk of diabetes by 21%. This is because peanuts slow the absorption of carbohydrates by the body. In particular, eating a few peanuts in the morning can help increase the feeling of fullness. It can also prevent a rapid rise in blood sugar levels.
1.3 Reduced risk of rectal cancer
Studies show that women who consume peanuts at least twice a week have a 58% lower risk of rectal cancer. In men, consuming peanuts twice a week also reduces the risk of this type of cancer by 27%. Scientists analyzed this data and concluded that this result could be due to the folic acid and other anti-cancer substances contained in peanuts.
1.4 Prevention of gallstones
Research indicates that regular consumption of peanuts may reduce the risk of gallstones in both men and women. Since most gallstones are primarily composed of cholesterol, the cholesterol-lowering effect of peanuts could be the reason. However, further research is needed to confirm this hypothesis.
2. Some precautions regarding the consumption of boiled peanuts
– Consume in moderation: Although beneficial, boiled peanuts, consumed in large quantities (more than 50 g/day), can lead to weight gain, digestive problems, or fat accumulation. – Do not eat peanuts when you are hungry: peanuts are high in oil, and eating them on an empty stomach can increase the secretion of gastric juices, causing stomach cramps, which is bad for the stomach.
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