Raw peanuts: benefits and harms

Raw peanuts are a tasty and nutritious product of the legume family. It is familiar to many as a peanut, respectively, most people refer to it as a variety of nuts. The structure of the fruit is saturated with vitamins, minerals, fats, but despite this, the use of a raw product requires caution and some additional knowledge.

Can you eat raw peanuts

Since the movement of raw foodists is relevant today, their representatives with experience can clearly answer whether it is possible to eat raw peanuts. Definitely, you can’t eat beans directly from the garden or from the store counter. A raw nut can provoke the development of serious pathologies or an exacerbation of existing ailments if it is not properly prepared for consumption.

When buying, preference should be given to the raw product, while looking at the following nuances:

• beans are sometimes sold in a dense shell or open;
• look at the condition of the peel (without cracks, damage, signs of damage);
• shellless peanuts have a pleasant, rich aroma;
• there should be no signs of mold under the peel.

Unshelled peanuts are a priority, as they can be stored for a long time in the refrigerator.

To preserve the properties and valuable qualities of nuts, they are not recommended to be subjected to heat treatment. The question is logical, how to properly use raw peanuts, if not fried, it is harmful, and cooked – it loses useful components?

There are three submission options:

1. Raw.
2. Soaked.
3. germinated.

Simple manipulation makes the nut softer and more accessible for consumption. If the kernels are poured with water for 12 hours, the husk, which gives bitterness, will partially come off, the fruit will open. You can also leave for a few days to germinate, which will give even more benefits to the product.

Composition of raw peanuts

Peanut is a storehouse of valuable elements. It contains 50% fat, up to 35% protein and carbohydrates – 10%.

The vitamins that peanuts contain are presented in the table.

Minerals included in peanuts are presented in the table.

Also in 100 g of nuts there is up to 6 g of water and ash 6 g, phytosterols (stigmasterol, beta sitosterol, campesterol) – 2 mg.

Benefits of raw peanuts

If the raw product is used correctly, then it is incredibly useful:

• thanks to amino acids, calcium is fully absorbed, the nut normalizes the cholesterol content in the blood;
• useful components in the structure of legumes, stimulate the synthesis of enzymes and hormones, are involved in regeneration processes;
• the abundance of protein makes the peanut interesting for athletes looking to build muscle;
• raw peanuts are rich in folic acid, respectively, have a beneficial effect on liver function and cell renewal;
• peanuts are an excellent means of preventing the development of cognitive age-related pathologies, as they contain nicotinic acid, which restores the sheaths of nerve cells;
• in order to prevent heart disease and cancer, it is recommended to use the product as a source of vitamin E;
• magnesium, calcium, fluorine helps strengthen bones, and optimal amounts of magnesium stimulate the elimination of toxic compounds from the body;
• the manganese contained in the product has a positive effect on the function of the nervous system, brain activity, and normalizes fat metabolism;
• kernels with regular use improve mental abilities and concentration;
• legumes are recommended for use with an unstable psycho-emotional state, a tendency to depression – to maintain the nervous system in a normal state, you need to eat 20 nuts daily;
• peanuts can normalize the content of tryptophan in the body, it improves sleep, mood, promotes recovery after surgery;
• with a tendency to bleeding, raw peanuts are useful to use, as it increases blood clotting;
• the content of iron in the product improves blood quality, eliminates anemia;
• peanut has a choleretic effect, and also improves the quality of digestion due to fiber (in the absence of pathologies);
• thanks to methionine, liver function improves, fat accumulation is regulated, adrenaline is produced;
• raw walnut contains polyphenols, which exclude the development of atherosclerosis, cancer, myocardial and vascular diseases;
• the systematic use of nuclei for food has a positive effect on the work of the genitourinary, reproductive functions.

People who prefer this type of nuts keep their skin in excellent condition longer, give it elasticity, and have beautiful, thick hair.

Harm of raw peanuts

The treat is hard to digest by the digestive system. With excessive use of too high-calorie nuts, you can gain weight, provoke an exacerbation of gastritis, ulcers, diseases of the stomach and intestines. Peanuts are highly active allergens and can be deadly for certain categories of people.

By violating the storage technology, it is possible to provoke the formation of aflatoxins in the nut – toxic substances. The kernels are consumed in small portions, carefully observing the reaction of the body.

Allergy symptoms:

• bouts of nausea;
• spasms in the peritoneum;
• rashes;
• urticaria, itching;
• angioedema;
• anaphylactic shock.

Raw peanuts are contraindicated in the following pathologies:

• varicosity;
• thrombophlebitis;
• increased levels of platelets in the blood.

Nutritionists strongly do not recommend the use of the product during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It can adversely affect the development of the fetus and the baby.

There is a category of people who cannot eat peanuts even in minimal amounts. A small amount of nuts in a cake or salad dressing can cause a serious reaction in the body, leading to death. If a person has an individual intolerance to raw peanuts and a product prepared in any way, he should inform others about this. The first signs require immediate medical attention.

How much peanuts can you eat per day

Peanuts are nutritious and high in calories. Nutritionists recommend not to go beyond the daily intake of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. In addition, peanuts contribute to rapid weight gain. The average dose was calculated by experts – 20 – 30 g per day. By eating 20 nuts as a snack, you can forget about the feeling of hunger for 2 to 3 hours. If there is a strict control of calories, then it is better to reduce the recommended dose to 5-6 nuts.

For children, the product can be introduced into the diet from the age of three with extreme caution in small portions. Parents should pay attention to any changes in the general condition of the baby.

Raw peanut calories per 100 grams

The calorie content of raw peanuts is 548 – 567 kcal / 100 g in its edible part.

Calories in raw peeled peanuts

The energy value of a raw nut may differ slightly from different sources, but if the product is roasted, glazed, covered with a chocolate shell, salt and spices are added, then the calorie content of the legume will increase significantly.

Calories in raw unpeeled peanuts

The peel has no nutritional value for humans, but it retains all the useful substances of the nut for a long time in a refrigerator. Its presence or absence does not affect the energy value of the product.

BJU of raw peanuts

Peanut kernels are a product that should be consumed with caution. Oversaturation can cause allergies due to the concentration of protein in the structure.

The number of B, F, Y in peanuts are described in the table.

If the digestive organs are not affected by pathological foci, peanuts are recommended to be consumed raw. The natural raw kernel contains a large number of enzymes that help to fully digest food and absorb nutrients into the walls. Since the peanut is heavy for the stomach, it must be crushed before use.

Terms and conditions of storage

Although raw peanuts are legumes, like nuts, they release fat when stored for a long time. Over time, the oil begins to taste bitter and emit an unpleasant odor, which indicates the life process of the fungus. Such a product is unsuitable for consumption and, if it enters the digestive system, can provoke poisoning.

At home, raw peanuts are stored as follows:

• storage containers must be clean and dry (not made of plastic);
• when stored in cloth bags, the shelf life of raw peanuts is reduced;
• before scattering peanuts in containers, they sort it out, remove the remains of the husk and debris to prevent mold growth;
• if raw peanuts have changed their appearance, an unpleasant smell and plaque have appeared – the nuts are no longer suitable for food;
• if the nuts have not changed their appearance, but the taste is clearly bitter – raw peanuts have deteriorated and are no longer edible;
• before sending the container with the product to the pantry, raw peanuts in the shell or peeled, it is worth warming up in the oven for about 10 minutes at 50 degrees;
• before distributing into glass jars, the container must be sterilized.

Having created optimal conditions, peanuts in the shell are stored for a year. If the shell is removed, without access to light in a cool place, the core retains its properties and taste for up to 9 months. If you place legumes in the freezer, the fruits can be consumed up to 9 months, in the refrigerator – up to 4.

Prepackaged raw peanuts are stored for as long as stated on the packaging by the manufacturer.

Conclusion       

Raw peanuts are available for sale all year round. It is cheaper than exotic nuts, but is not inferior to them in terms of taste and nutritional value. The product is well stored and if it is correctly chosen and used, it gives mainly only benefits. As with the use of nut kernels, legumes and other products, you should know the measure in everything.