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Peanuts are Heart-Health Approved by AHA
The Peanut Institute has been working with the American Heart Association (AHA) who has now certified peanuts as heart-healthy. Peanuts are now allowed to use the Heart-Check mark logo on their packages once they go through the approval process. AHA-certified foods must meet strict nutritional levels, and oil roasted salted peanuts meet this criteria (for companies interested in joining the program, please contact The Peanut Institute). Research has shown that the more frequently you consume peanuts, the lower your risk of heart disease. This tasty superfood is packed full of powerful nutrients, healthy fats, fiber, and plant protein that may have heart-health benefits. Peanuts are also naturally low in sodium and even salted peanuts meet AHA guidelines. Check out our Heart-Health Handout to learn more about the benefits of eating a handful of peanuts every day.  
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30 Days to a Healthier Heart with Peanuts and Peanut Butter 

The February issue of Prevention magazine recommends indulging in healthy fats like peanut butter four times a week and exclaims, "nut eaters have higher levels of heart-pampering HDL and lower blood pressure and glucose readings". But don't forget portion size; just a small handful of nuts or 2 tablespoons of peanut butter will bring heart-healthy benefits and keep your calories in check. Click here to learn more about heart-health benefits to peanuts and peanut butter. 
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Men Who Eat Peanut Butter Stay Slimmer

The March issue of Men's Health magazine highlights how eating peanut butter can help prevent weight gain in men. Dr. Cyril Kendall from the University of Toronto, who spoke at The Peanut Institute's science-culinary-media retreat last spring, is quoted as saying, "Peanut butter is a good source of healthy unsaturated fats and protein, which are highly satisfying and help regulate your blood sugar so you don't have cravings." Research shows, "Men who ate 3 1/2 tablespoons of nut butter twice a week were 40% less likely to be overweight and obese than those who didn't dig in". Click here to learn more about how peanut butter can help with weight loss and satiety. 

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Upgrade Your Meals With Superfoods Like Peanuts  

The February issue of Self magazine recognizes peanuts as a superfood due to their ability to control hunger due to its high content of healthy fats, protein, and fiber. They also recommend swapping out butter on your bagel or toast for peanut butter to cut down on saturated fat intake. Click here to check out their healthy 10-minute dinner recipe that includes peanuts. 

In This Issue
Peanuts are Heart-Health Approved
30 Days to a Healthier Heart with Peanuts and Peanut Butter
Men Who Eat Peanut Butter Stay Slimmer
Upgrade Your Meals With Superfoods Like Peanuts
Cucumber Salad with Peanut-Lime Vinaigrette



 

Cucumber Salad with Peanut-Lime Vinaigrette 

Peanut Lime Vinaigrette
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 Tbsp. creamy peanut butter
2 Tbsp. peanut oil
1 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil
1/2 tsp. salt, optional
 
Salad
4 medium cucumbers, peeled          and sliced
1/4 cup dry-roasted peanuts
2 Tbsp. cilantro leaves
 
 
1. To make vinaigrette: Whisk together lime juice and peanut butter in small bowl. Whisk in grapeseed and sesame oils until emulsified. Whisk in salt, if desired.
 
2. To make salad: Arrange cucumbers in single or double layer on platter. Drizzle with Peanut-Lime Vinaigrette. Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro leaves.
 
Per 1-cup serving 128 cal; 3g protein; 11g fat (2g saturated fat); 5g carb; 0 mg chol; 16mg sodium; 2g fiber 
 

 

 

Recipe and photo adapted from Vegetarian Times Magazine. September 2012, page 48.