Picking a Peanut Butter
I hope this is in the right place! It came from SBD daily dish. I do not like pb but I know alot of you do.
Picking a Peanut Butter
When it comes to peanut butter, is all-natural really better than regular? Typical supermarket peanut butters may contain more added sugar and hydrogenated oil than all-natural peanut butter. In most cases, a jar of peanut butter won't list the trans-fat content, but there are some trans-fat-free varieties available (meaning they don't contain hydrogenated oils). Currently, the only trans-fat-free peanut butters we've seen on the shelves are labeled "natural." Choose these whenever possible, while still taking the sugar and saturated fat content into account.
In addition to being a great source of protein, all peanut butter-regular or all-natural-is rich in monounsaturated fat, folate (a type of B vitamin), and resveratrol (the phytochemical also found in red wine). These nutrients are important for cardiovascular health.
Remember that peanut butter can be a diet buster if eaten in large quantities, so don't overdo it. Try to limit yourself to two tablespoons a day, and include it as a protein with your meal or as a midday snack.
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