National Peanut Month

One celebration in the month of March is for the National Peanut. Peanut week started in 1941 and grew into Peanut month in 1974. 

 Interestingly peanuts are more like a legume than a nut since they grow in pods under the ground!  This may be why they are full of health benefits.

One ounce or about 28 peanuts has 161 calories, depending on how they are prepared. The carbs in peanuts have a low glycemic index so that helps with blood sugar.  The fats are considered heart healthy because they are monounsaturated and polyunsaturated.  Vitamins include niacin, vitamin E, manganese, folate and thiamine, all good nutrients! 

Private Home Health Care is aware of peanut allergies and we want you to be careful.  If allergies are not a problem buy some peanuts and enjoy the tasty treats and the health benefits.  Peanuts can help with blood sugar control and can help support weight loss.  Peanuts may also reduce risk of heart disease and aid in lowering risk of gallstones.  These are not proven 100% but every little bit can help.