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Peanut consumption contributes to weight management and can be included in a weight loss diet despite being energy-dense.
You can include peanuts in your weight loss diet. They are energy-dense but can support weight management.
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Peanuts play a crucial role in weight management. Epidemiological studies have provided useful information on beneficial effects of nuts which also includes peanuts. Even though peanuts are rich in fats, they can still be included in diet for weight loss.
Why this rating
Review paper citing epidemiological studies.
Source
Peanuts and Their Nutritional Aspects—A Review
Vijaya Saradhi Settaluri et al. · Food and Nutrition Sciences · 2012
DOI 10.4236/fns.2012.312215
narrative_reviewCited 187×
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