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Doctors Point Out That Peanuts Consumption Can Lead to… Remarkable Health Benefits (With Important Caveats)

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The Nutritional Profile: Small Nut, Big Impact

One ounce (about 28 grams) of peanuts contains:

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value Benefit
Protein 7 g 14% Muscle maintenance, satiety
Healthy fats 14 g — Mostly monounsaturated (heart-healthy)
Fiber 2.4 g 10% Digestive health, blood sugar control
Niacin (B3) 4.2 mg 26% Energy metabolism, brain health
Vitamin E 2.4 mg 16% Antioxidant, skin health
Magnesium 49 mg 12% Muscle function, blood pressure
Manganese 0.6 mg 28% Bone health, metabolism
Folate 41 mcg 10% Cell growth, DNA synthesis

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