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Peanuts anyone?

bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2005/08/02, 11:56 AM The last time peanuts were in vogue in this country, a Georgia peanut framer was running for President. That was thirty years ago. But, as is usually the case with the real health foods (like meat, milk), all things peanut soon fell out of favor. Not because of the lackluster performance of our newly elected peanut-farming President, but because of the misguided, fat-phobic 80s and 90s. Of course, the real irony here is that this knee-jerk rejection of all things fatty has caused us to balloon out of control, bloated on excess grain and vegetables. According to a recent AP article, consumption of peanuts and peanut butter has jumped in recent years, perhaps signaling an end to the reflexive fat-phobia rampant in the previous decade or more. I think this is heartening news - and it's definitely lifesaving news. After all, peanuts are not only rich in artery-cleansing "good" fats, they're also a great source of vitamin E, vitamin B-6, niacin, riboflavin, plus healthy minerals like copper, potassium, magnesium, and zinc (a proven aid to prostate and urinary health)! Even the nature-hating FDA has now given its consent to a qualified health claim for peanuts - allowing growers to claim a reduction in heart disease from a daily ration of 1.5 ounces. Of course, you could get an even greater benefit by eating more than this conservative amount, but it's a step in the right direction. Research abounds indicating that peanuts help prevent heart disease and lower LDL cholesterol, and can even aid in weight loss. According to the AP piece, one Harvard study even showed a correlation between peanut butter consumption and a reduced risk of diabetes. Of course, I've been saying these things for years. However, here's something new in the goober world: A University of Georgia-affiliated study suggests that peanuts may contain sky-high levels of a natural antioxidant called resveratrol. This compound may have a profound preventive effect on prostate cancer. -------------- If you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything.... bb1fit@freetrainers.com
Lecter Posts: 249 Joined: 2005/06/04	2005/08/02, 12:04 PM Where do you get all this stuff? Fantastic info! But you forgot something! PEANUTS TASTE GOOD TOO!!:) -------------- Cerca, trova
bropie Posts: 1,084 Joined: 2004/12/04	2005/08/02, 12:22 PM im going to make a sandwich.. :)
Soldierbone Posts: 43 Joined: 2004/02/02	2005/08/02, 02:49 PM I think I will get a peanut butter sandwich too!
borpillicus Posts: 454 Joined: 2003/03/13	2005/08/04, 12:27 AM This is the greatest news of the week. Peanuts and their natural peanut butter counterpart are my favorite food.
bb1fit Posts: 11,105 Joined: 2001/06/30	2005/08/04, 11:52 AM Be aware, you still need to fit them in your diet macros. Many folks will find that a food is good for them, and go crazy with it. There are still calories to be reckoned with. :big_smile: -------------- If you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything.... bb1fit@freetrainers.com