The Peanut Trifecta: Nutrition & Taste at a Lower Price.

Peanuts and peanut butter provide a true trifecta that covers everything you’d want in the superlative of superfoods — including varied nutrition, tasty versatility, and an affordable price.

Better for your body, your budget, and the planet.

Whether you’re looking to tighten your spending, trim your waistline or eat more sustainably, peanuts and peanut butter make it all deliciously easy!

Be Merry & Lite with Holiday Peanut Recipes!

Yule be thanking us for this list of holiday foods that can set back your health goals, and the healthy dishes that can take their place.

Power Up with Peanuts!

Has your routine become a rut? Get energized with a daily serving of peanuts, and support your health for whatever comes your way every day!

Lower Blood Pressure & Shed Weight

Trying to eat better to feel your best? Good news: not only can peanuts help you fight cravings by helping you feel fuller for longer, they might add extra benefits for your health! Including some that could help save your life.

Swap Fast Food for Good Food Fast!

Delicious, nutritious, and always ready — find out all the reasons you’ll want to make the switch to America’s #1 nut!

Around the World with Peanuts

Whether you need a delicious way to start your day or a comforting meal to share, our recipes have you covered with international flavors that are easy, affordable, and downright delicious.

Give Your New Year Resolutions Peanut Power.

Even one daily serving of peanuts or peanut butter can deliver big benefits for your health—from helping you get fit, to boosting your mood and lowering stress.

Enjoy Healthier Holidays with Peanuts!

Download our free cookbook, featuring our favorite holiday recipes, and celebrate the season with the power of peanuts!

Enjoy Healthier Holidays with Peanuts!

Download our free cookbook, featuring our favorite holiday recipes, and celebrate the season with the power of peanuts!

Peanuts: A Healthy Brain Food

Crack open the latest studies on how peanuts can help improve memory for all ages.

Peanuts and Healthy B24 Child Development

Peanuts promote healthy brain and body development, healthy eating habits and more for children 24 months and younger.

Defend against diabetes with peanuts

Nuts are considered a Superfood by the American Diabetes Association. Peanuts have long been known to those in the diabetic community for being a nutritious, hunger-satisfying, low-glycemic snack.

#PeanutPause

Make Peanuts Part of Your Daily Routine by Taking a Peanut Pause.

Making time for just one ounce of peanuts every day can make for a healthier life.

10 Super Peanut Recipes:

Fast and Healthy Recipes the Whole Family Will Love

Having to stay indoors can be tough on a family—but with the right recipes, you can turn every mealtime into a fun way to teach kids about how delicious eating healthy can be!

World-wide Study Finds Linoleic Acid Benefits the Heart

The Peanut Institute Reports Fatty Acid in Peanuts Lowers Risk of Major Cardiovascular Events

Peanuts Rise to Superfood Status

Research Shows Reduced Risk of Cancer, Heart Disease and Diabetes with Peanut Consumption

Diabetic-Friendly Cookbook

Peanuts have the power to support diabetic prevention or management, and these recipes make it deliciously easy—whether it’s breakfast, dinner, or any snack in-between.

The Peanut Institute Research Library

Search all the latest studies and findings on the benefits of peanuts, and how they can affect cancers, heart disease, diabetes and more.

Nuts Lower Risk of Death from Any Cause, Studies Say

“Peanuts are just as good as any nut.”
CNN’s New Day medical expert explains the study

The Peanut Trifecta: Nutrition & Taste at a Lower Price.

Peanuts and peanut butter provide a true trifecta that covers everything you’d want in the superlative of superfoods — including varied nutrition, tasty versatility, and an affordable price.

Better for your body, your budget, and the planet.

Whether you’re looking to tighten your spending, trim your waistline or eat more sustainably, peanuts and peanut butter make it all deliciously easy!

Be Merry & Lite with Holiday Peanut Recipes!

Yule be thanking us for this list of holiday foods that can set back your health goals, and the healthy dishes that can take their place.

Power Up with Peanuts!

Has your routine become a rut? Get energized with a daily serving of peanuts, and support your health for whatever comes your way every day!

Lower Blood Pressure & Shed Weight

Trying to eat better to feel your best? Good news: not only can peanuts help you fight cravings by helping you feel fuller for longer, they might add extra benefits for your health! Including some that could help save your life.

Swap Fast Food for Good Food Fast!

Delicious, nutritious, and always ready — find out all the reasons you’ll want to make the switch to America’s #1 nut!

Around the World with Peanuts

Whether you need a delicious way to start your day or a comforting meal to share, our recipes have you covered with international flavors that are easy, affordable, and downright delicious.

Give Your New Year Resolutions Peanut Power.

Even one daily serving of peanuts or peanut butter can deliver big benefits for your health—from helping you get fit, to boosting your mood and lowering stress.

Enjoy Healthier Holidays with Peanuts!

Download our free cookbook, featuring our favorite holiday recipes, and celebrate the season with the power of peanuts!

Peanuts: A Healthy Brain Food

Crack open the latest studies on how peanuts can help improve memory for all ages.

Peanuts and Healthy B24 Child Development

Peanuts promote healthy brain and body development, healthy eating habits and more for children 24 months and younger.

Defend against diabetes with peanuts

Nuts are considered a Superfood by the American Diabetes Association. Peanuts have long been known to those in the diabetic community for being a nutritious, hunger-satisfying, low-glycemic snack.

#PeanutPause

Make Peanuts Part of Your Daily Routine by Taking a Peanut Pause.

Making time for just one ounce of peanuts every day can make for a healthier life.

10 Super Peanut Recipes:

Fast and Healthy Recipes the Whole Family Will Love

Having to stay indoors can be tough on a family—but with the right recipes, you can turn every mealtime into a fun way to teach kids about how delicious eating healthy can be!

World-wide Study Finds Linoleic Acid Benefits the Heart

The Peanut Institute Reports Fatty Acid in Peanuts Lowers Risk of Major Cardiovascular Events

Peanuts Rise to Superfood Status

Research Shows Reduced Risk of Cancer, Heart Disease and Diabetes with Peanut Consumption

Diabetic-Friendly Cookbook

Peanuts have the power to support diabetic prevention or management, and these recipes make it deliciously easy—whether it’s breakfast, dinner, or any snack in-between.

The Peanut Institute Research Library

Search all the latest studies and findings on the benefits of peanuts, and how they can affect cancers, heart disease, diabetes and more.

Nuts Lower Risk of Death from Any Cause, Studies Say

“Peanuts are just as good as any nut.”
CNN’s New Day medical expert explains the study

Powerful Nutrients

An ounce of oil-roasted salted peanuts is an excellent source of niacin and manganese and a good source of fiber, phosphorus, vitamin E, folate, copper, and magnesium.

Healthy Oils

Peanut oil is trans fat-free, cholesterol-free, low in saturated fat, and one of the healthiest oils.

Plant Protein

Peanuts contain about 8 grams of cholesterol-free plant protein per ounce, which is more than any other nut.

Eating Patterns & Snacking

Peanuts are the most commonly enjoyed nuts in America. With peanut butter factored in, peanuts comprise over two-thirds of total nut consumption in the U.S.

When it comes to eating peanuts, peanut butter, and peanut products, the research is clear: peanuts improve your health.
Eating well means making healthy food choices that taste good. Peanuts make eating well easy.
Did you know that peanuts are available in a variety of products from snack foods to cooking supplies?

Peanuts grow underground and are classified as legumes. However, they are put in the same classification as nuts for nutritional and research purposes.

When it comes to eating peanuts, peanut butter, and peanut oil, the research is clear: peanuts improve your health.
Eating well means making healthy food choices that taste good. Peanuts make eating well easy.
Did you know that peanuts are available in a variety of products from snack foods to cooking supplies?
Botanically, peanuts are classified as legumes. However, for culinary, research, and nutritional purposes, peanuts are considered nuts.

What’s New?

Better Health with Budget-Friendly Peanuts

Albany, Ga. (January 24, 2023) – With food costs on the rise, consumers are looking for meals and recipes that stretch their dollar. According to The Peanut Institute, peanuts and peanut butter are some of the most affordable, nutrient-dense sources of protein...

Peanuts Power a Healthy Routine

Albany, Ga. (Oct. 5, 2022) – Fall is a great time for children and adults to get back into a regular schedule, including a healthy eating routine. One easy, inexpensive and tasty ingredient for overall health and wellness is peanuts. Peanuts are a versatile,...

New Research Shows Consumption of Peanuts and Peanut Butter Delivers Cognitive Benefits and Reduces Stress in Young Adults

Albany, Ga. (September 23, 2021) – The University of Barcelona has released new research showing that consumption of peanuts and peanut butter may improve cognitive function and reduce stress in healthy young adults1. Researchers point to the polyphenols in peanuts...

News Release

Study Finds Daily Peanut Consumption Can Help Reverse Metabolic Syndrome – Condition That Affects One in Five Adults Further Evidence for Thinking of Food as Medicine Albany, Ga. (December 2, 2020) – The Peanut Institute is sharing recent research that shows eating...

Recent Research Shows Peanuts Help Control Glucose Levels

Numerous Studies Identify Diabetic Health Benefits of Peanuts and Peanut Butter Albany, Ga. (November 10, 2020) – In the past three years, new research has found that peanuts and peanut butter can be a powerful tool to help diabetics live a healthier life and prevent...