7 health benefits of eating peanuts in winter season

From healthy skin to brain health, there are many benefits of snacking on moong fali or peanut this winter season.

By , New Delhi
Published on Nov 23, 2023 02:43 pm IST 8 Photos
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A protein powerhouse and a cruncy snack, peanuts are in high demand during winter season. A perfect way to satiate your hunger pangs, peanuts are also loaded with amazing nutrients. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra talks about health benefits of the humble peanuts.

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Protein storehouse: Peanuts contain all the 20 amino acids in variable proportions and is the biggest source of the protein called 'arginine'. (pixabay)

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Hunger maintenance: The type of healthy monounsaturated fat in peanuts may stimulate a hormone that helps to feel satisfied after consumption. (Pixabay)

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Healthy skin: Being 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. (Unsplash)

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Protection against cancer: The phytosterols in peanuts have been reported to reduce prostate tumour growth by over 40% and cut the occurrences of cancer spreading to other parts of the body by almost 50%. Like phytosterols, resveratrol has also been shown to cut off the blood supply to growing cancers and to inhibit cancer cell growth. (Shutterstock)

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