by Peanut Institute | Jun 21, 2018 | Blog
How much do Americans love peanuts? Enough for every man, woman, and child to enjoy seven pounds of peanuts per year, based on the number of peanuts in the U.S. food supply.1 Maybe you crave the simple comfort of a PB&J sandwich, the energy boost of trail mix2,... by Peanut Institute | Jun 14, 2018 | Blog
It’s no secret that peanuts are one of the tastiest, most convenient snacks around. You may also have heard that they’re great for your heart and blood vessels.1, 2 But what you might not realize is that peanuts have a host of other health benefits, as well.3 Here are... by Peanut Institute | May 31, 2018 | Blog
You want the foods you eat to be delicious and nutritious—and peanuts get an A+ in both those categories.1 But in a recent survey, half of Americans said it’s also at least somewhat important to them that their food be produced in a sustainable way.2 Well, peanuts ace... by Peanut Institute | May 17, 2018 | Blog
Not so long ago, it was widely believed that fat in foods was bad for you. Period. But over time, more research has shed additional light on this topic. Today, health experts say some types of fat are good for you when eaten in sensible amounts.1, 2 And it turns out... by Peanut Institute | May 10, 2018 | Blog
Bioactive probably isn’t a word you use every day—but maybe it should be. Simply put, bioactive compounds that are found in some foods act in your body in ways that promote a longer, healthier life.1, 2 Many are being studied for the prevention of heart disease,...