IS BOILED GROUNDNUT HEALTHY?
Did you know that Boiled groundnut is lower in calories than the roasted type? Find out more about its health benefits here.
Boiled groundnut which is also known as Peanut is rich in protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. Key vitamins and minerals in peanut include; vitamin E, vitamin B8 (Biotin), vitamin B9 (folic acid), manganese, copper, vitamin B1 (Thiamine), phosphorus and magnesium.
But what are the health benefits of boiled groundnut?
1. Boiled peanut is lower in calories than the roasted type, (so, has less weight gain effect)
2. Boiled peanuts have a higher concentration of nutrients that protect our body cells from oxidation. For example, they contain a significantly higher content of flavonoids and polyphenols even more than the raw peanut. Flavonoids and polyphenols are antioxidants which protect our cells against the onslaught of free radicals. They are also known for reducing our risk of suffering from a number of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, tumors, and cancer.
3. Boiled peanuts are also lower in fat content. For team fit fam this is something of special interest.
4. Boiled peanuts are higher in fiber content than the raw or roasted peanuts. “Fiber is a type of carbohydrate your body cannot digest. Including more fiber in your diet from foods such as the boiled peanut offers a number of health benefits.
5. Boiled peanut has its skin (peanut skin) intact. The peanut skin contains powerful antioxidants such as phenolic compounds and resveratrol.
6. You’re less likely to have an allergic reaction to boiled peanuts than roasted peanuts, according to research published in the “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” in 2001.
So enjoy your boiled peanuts to the fullest while the season lasts!
