Legumes are nutritional powerhouses that can provide energy to the body and are essential source of food for us
One of the most excellent legumes that can be healthy for winter is peanuts
Here are some reasons you should add peanut to your winter diet according to celebrity nutritionist Lovneet Batra-
1. A protein power bankPeanuts contain all the 20 amino acids in variable proportions and is the biggest source of the protein called "arginine".
2. Hunger maintenanceThe type of healthy monounsaturated fat in peanuts may stimulate a hormone that helps to feel satisfied after consumption
3. Healthy SkinBeing rich in vitamin B3, and niacin, peanuts promote wrinkle-free skin, and keep all kinds of skin diseases at bay. It also helps in reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmented spots
4. Ward off cancer cellsThe phytosterols in peanuts have been reported to reduce prostate tumor growth by over 40% and cut the occurrences of cancer spreading to other parts of the body by almost 50%
5. Promote kids growthPeanuts are abundant in high-quality protein, which supports muscle, promotes recovery after physical activity, and improves physical development
6. Helps in Alzheimer’sPeanuts are high in niacin, resveratrol and vitamin E, which are influential in protecting against Alzheimer's and age-related cognitive decline
7. Good for pregnant womenFolate is an important nutrient, especially during pregnancy since it reduces the risk of neural tube defects and peanuts are a good source of folate