Pass the Peanut Butter!

Peanut Butter- the ideal sandwich spread for the young, old, and those in between. Besides for being creamy or crunchy and absolutely delicious, peanut butter packs a lot of health benefits. Probably the best health benefit that peanut butter gives is the fact that two tablespoons gives you about 7 grams of protein. Protein is necessary for almost every bodily function and task, and it also keeps you fuller longer. This is why many people opt for peanut butter as their go-to snack when trying to lose weight. Another health benefit of peanut butter is that it contains potassium. Many people do not reach the daily recommended amount of potassium which can prove to be dangerous especially in those who high sodium levels. As many people consume too much sodium these days, potassium can counter the effects of too much of it. Besides for supplying potassium to the eater, peanut butter contains many important and vital nutrients as well such as magnesium, Vitamin E, as well as Vitamin B6.

Although peanut butter can give us many health benefits, one must be sure that the right peanut butter is being bought. On today’s supermarket shelves there can be so many option, it can be quite deceiving and overwhelming. Like anything else, it is best to find peanut butter that is all natural. Along with that, the product that contains the least amount of sugar tends to be healthiest. However, note less sugar means that it is less sweet. Lastly, find a brand that doesn’t have too much sodium. The recommended of peanut butter a day is just 2 tablespoons so be careful not to indulge in the whole jar! Now that you see the wonders of peanut butter, a food that many already love, its time to explore all the foods peanut butter can go with. Not only is it a great sandwich spread, but it works great with fruits, and sauces too!