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PEANUTS FUNCTIONAL FOODS • Peanut consumption may help maintain a healthy weight and reduce your risk of obesity. • Eating peanuts may protect against heart disease as they contain many heart-healthy nutrients. • The protein content of peanuts ranges from 22–30% of its total calories, making them a great source of plant-based protein. Source: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/peanuts Nutrition Quarterly · 2021 – Volume 2 10