Peanut butter contains the same amount of saturated and unsaturated fats as olive oil. Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats are effective in lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or "bad cholesterol"), which reduces the risk of heart disease.
It is recommended that people who are on a diet eat peanut butter. Although two tablespoons of peanut butter contain 180-210 calories, the dietary fibre and protein in peanut butter can ward off hunger, enhance the feeling of fullness and prevent overeating.
Lower blood pressure and fat
Peanut butter contains vitamin B12 and vitamin B2. Scientists at the University of Maryland Medical Center say that vitamin B12 helps prevent hyperpigmentation and darkening of the skin, and vitamin B2 helps prevent skin diseases.
Peanut butter is rich in tryptophan, which is a sleep aid, so patients with insomnia can eat two spoons of peanut butter before going to bed, which can help us sleep at night, and sleep faster.
