Nutrition Quarterly Spring 2022

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 · Series 3 – Volume 2 10