All right peanut butter lovers, you can feel a little less guilty about swiping spoonfuls straight from the jar. Eating peanut butter or peanuts for breakfast can help stabilize your blood sugar and curb your appetite throughout the rest of the day, according to a recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition. The study participants consumed either 1.5 ounces of peanuts, 3 tablespoons of peanut butter, or no peanuts or peanut butter alongside a breakfast of orange juice and cream of wheat. Those who ate either peanuts or peanut butter reported feeling less hungry later in the day, and blood test results indicated that these participants also maintained lower blood sugar, even following a high-carb lunch. The researchers attribute these results to the high protein, fiber and healthy fat content in peanuts, saying that these three components work together to contribute to a feeling of fullness. Combined with findings from other work, this new research provides additional reasons to start your day with peanut butter and include a snack of peanuts in the late afternoon if you want to control your appetite and blood sugar too, said Pat Kearney, RD, program director for The Peanut Institute, in a press release. But before you dive in with your spoon, make sure youre consuming it in moderation (a serving is 2 tablespoons) and opt for natural peanut butter. Commercial varieties may contain excessive amounts of sugar or sodium that could negate the snacks health benefits.
Posted on: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 15:22:15 +0000
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