Peanuts, according to popular belief, are called a nut. But this is not the case. In fact, peanuts are legumes that have a similar effect on the body.
About the composition and application of peanuts
Peanuts have long been known for their bright taste and amazing compatibility with a variety of products. It is used in salads, bakery products, halva is made from it and used as an independent snack. Possessing a sufficiently high calorie content (more than 540 kcal per 100 g), peanuts energize and nourish the body with the "right" fats.
Peanuts can be called peanuts. It is even used in artificial wool and soap making.
Peanuts contain vitamins A, D, E, PP and group B. It also contains linoleic and folic acids, a large amount of protein and is completely cholesterol-free.
The benefits of peanuts
Peanuts lower blood sugar levels and are useful for diabetics. Also, the beneficial properties of peanuts lie in the ability to strengthen the heart system, lower blood pressure, thanks to the magnesium it contains. Monounsaturated fats in peanuts protect against heart attacks.
The amino acid tryptophan, found in peanuts, stimulates the production of serotonin. As a result, peanuts save you from depression, successfully fight colds and increase immunity. It also calms the nervous system, relieves anxiety.
Peanut vitamins increase concentration and improve brain activity. Fiber helps to remove toxins from the body, improves digestion. And also iron-fortified peanuts improve blood quality.
The beneficial properties of peanuts, without a doubt, include the ability to inhibit the development of tumors and put in order the hormonal state of the body.
It is no coincidence that salted peanuts are served with beer. Very nutritious, it relieves intoxication, and salt prevents dehydration.
A special "trump card" of peanuts is folic acid. It is she who helps to cure infertility and prevents the development of congenital pathologies in the unborn baby. In cosmetology, peanuts are rarely and often used as a source of oils, on the basis of which masks and wraps for rough skin are made.
Peanut harm
We must not forget about the specific properties of the "nut", which are not tolerated by everyone. For example, a high calorie content can significantly affect the metabolism, and a poisonous peel can cause allergies. Therefore, peanuts are roasted and peeled before consumption.
In general, peanuts are the most important component of a balanced diet and, in reasonable quantities, provide the body with irreplaceable components.
