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Albany, Ga. (June 16, 2026) – This June as part of Men’s Health Month, The Peanut Institute is sharing a variety of ways men can proactively protect and boost their brain. “Since men are often less likely to seek preventive medical care, it can be especially important...

Albany, Ga. (March 3, 2026) – A clinical trial by researchers at Deakin University’s Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN) in Melbourne, Australia, found that a daily serving of peanut butter significantly boosted muscle power in older adults1. The...

Albany, Ga. (January 13, 2026) – A new year is often the catalyst for positive change. In 2026, as the prevalence of Alzheimer’s continues to increase, The Peanut Institute is encouraging everyone to embrace brain-healthy habits. “The brain benefits from quality...

Albany, Ga. (November 6, 2025) – A study from the Institute of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM) at Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, Netherlands, has found that the consumption of unsalted, skin-roasted peanuts can...

Albany, Ga. (June 24, 2025) – Today, an increasing number of Americans are taking GLP-1 medications to combat obesity and type 2 diabetes, which are serious health issues. GLP-1s deliver a number of benefits, including reduced appetite, better weight management and...

Albany, Ga. (April 23, 2025) – Research from the University of Barcelona and CIBEROBN indicates that the consumption of skin roasted peanuts can potentially protect against accelerated cellular aging and promote longevity in young adults. The six-month ARISTOTLE study...

Albany, Ga. (April 30, 2025) – Food is powerful “medicine” that impacts all aspects of the body, including the mind. In fact, research has shown that following a balanced diet can positively affect the brain and help produce results like increased focus, reduced...

Albany, Ga. (February 19, 2025) – It’s a little-known fact but peanut butter was originally invented in 1895 as a way to provide nutrients to older adults who couldn’t chew meat. Today, peanuts and peanut butter continue to support healthy bodies and provide...

Albany, Ga. (November 13, 2024) – November is the time to recognize a classic American food – peanut butter. In fact, peanut butter and peanuts are so popular they account for two-thirds of all nut consumption in the United States.  While they’re ubiquitous now, that...

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