People on the keto diet tend to eat nuts. Among all nuts, peanuts are a great source of protein and healthy fats, and also low in carbs. Unsalted peanuts are also a better option which is good for the heart.
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Not all nuts have the same effect on maintaining ketosis. Find out if peanut is acceptable on the ketogenic diet! Peanut is technically not a nut but a legume. Forgive my ignorance, but what exactly is the distinction? Now, if you really want to get down to brass tacks, you may say that nuts like pecans and hazelnuts are technically not “nuts” since they grow on trees and have a hard shells. In contrast, peanuts develop underground in pods and are harvested when mature, like carrots (and it may come as a surprise to learn that other well-recognized nuts, such as almonds and cashews, aren’t really nuts, too). They have a more direct biological kinship with beans, lentils, and soy due to their shared membership in the legume family. To put semantics aside, peanuts are clearly the most popular nut in the United States, with annual per capita consumption of seven pounds of peanuts and peanut products. In comparison, almonds are consumed at a rate that is more than three times lower. It’s easy to see why so many people enjoy this mild, salty nut, as peanuts and its offspring, peanut butter, are two of the most accessible treats around. Is it true that peanuts are healthy? Well, that relies heavily on your individual circumstances and dietary objectives. Good news first: peanuts have a lot of both protein and fiber. Around 7 grams of protein and 2.5 grams of fiber may be found in a single ounce of these nuts. With 20-30% of their total calories coming from protein, they are an excellent plant-based protein source. 
Like you already know, protein is crucial for your body to develop and repair tissues, and it also serves as a key fuel source for keto dieters. When you eat a diet high in fiber, you may keep your blood sugar stable and your digestive tract healthy. Fat content in peanuts is substantial; a single ounce provides roughly 14 grams of fat. The majority of those are healthy fats like monounsaturated and polyunsaturated varieties. These fats are essential to health and are needed for a wide variety of biological processes. The LDL cholesterol level and total cholesterol profile can improve when unsaturated fats are substituted for saturated ones in the diet. Peanuts are low on the glycemic index, which indicates they are metabolized slowly and have a little effect on blood sugar levels. As a result, peanuts are a healthy option for diabetics who are looking for a snack. The bad news is that peanuts have a lot of calories, which might be a problem if you’re trying to cut back on your caloric intake. As we discussed before, there are 161 calories in the one ounce portion. It’s not terrible by itself, but the calories can pile up fast. Additionally, carbohydrates can be a problem, but we’ll discuss those later. 
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Saturated fat, such that found in peanuts, can increase cholesterol and lead to heart disease if consumed in large quantities. Peanuts do contain some saturated fat, however the percentage is rather low (between 10% and 15% of the overall fat content). Peanuts have earned high marks from nutritionists because of the wide range of nutrients they contain. They are high in folate and biotin, two vitamins that are essential for pregnant women. They have high levels of niacin and magnesium, two nutrients thought to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Thiamine, a B vitamin important for glucose metabolism and needed for appropriate neuron, muscle, and heart function, may be found in abundance in peanuts. In addition to vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that protects cells from injury, and the phosphorus necessary for tissue development and maintenance, they also contain a number of other beneficial nutrients. While we discussed peanuts’ calorie count before, at least one research shows that this nutrient-rich tiny nut is a bit of an exception when it comes to how those calories influence one’s waistline. A 20-year study of three groups of doctors and nurses revealed that those who increased their daily nut consumption saw a decrease in weight growth. Whether we were talking about tree nuts or peanuts, the outcomes were the same. This shows that peanuts, when consumed in moderation, can help with weight reduction and maintenance. The important word here is “moderation.” To what extent do peanuts interfere with the ketogenic diet? Compared to other common packaged snack items, peanuts often have fewer carbohydrates. Raw, unsalted peanuts, measured as one ounce after being removed from the shell, contain roughly 4.5 grams of total carbohydrates and 2 grams of net carbs. 
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Based on this information, peanuts fall about in the middle of the spectrum of all nuts in terms of their suitability for keto dieters. Nuts like pecans and cashews fall on opposite ends of the net carbohydrate spectrum, with 1 gram and 7.6 grams, respectively. Moderate consumption of peanuts (including peanut butter) is permitted on the typical ketogenic diet. Hold on, there are a few things to think about while discussing peanuts with the keto diet, so don’t give up on this article just yet. What I mean by “how they’re prepared” first is that there are two main factors. Peanuts in the shell are not always uncooked. It is possible to boil peanuts in their shells, and the flavor of whatever is added while cooking is transferred to the peanut itself. Sugar and other spices may significantly increase the carb content of boiled peanuts. The second item to think about when it comes to peanuts and the keto diet is what else is in the snack’s entire list of ingredients. Many of them are high in sodium and sugar, both of which are detrimental to the ketogenic diet. Planter’s salted peanuts, for instance, include 2 grams of sugar and 8 grams of total carbohydrates in a snack-sized box. If you must consume peanuts on the ketogenic diet, use raw, unsalted peanuts and divide them out instead than snacking straight from the jar. Recipes for a Nut-Free Keto Lifestyle There are several methods to include peanuts and peanut butter in your keto diet if the idea of nibbling on peanuts is too tempting. This sugar-free keto peanut brittle is a great sweet and salty alternative to chocolate sweets if you’re not a chocolate fan. To make this crispy and delicious dessert, you’ll need roasted peanuts, butter, a keto sweetener, and some vanilla extract. If you don’t have peanuts on hand, feel free to substitute another nut. 
A great thing about peanut sauce is that it goes wonderfully with a wide variety of Asian cuisines. It’s the ideal savory creamy finish to any dish, whether it’s chicken, zoodles, or vegetables. Deliciously rich in taste, this grilled chicken with peanut sauce features notes of ginger, garlic, and jalapeño. Crushed peanuts are a fantastic way to include some much-needed texture into otherwise smooth foods, such as protein drinks and desserts. Raw peanut butter is available already ground, or you can create your own with a nut chopper or the pulse setting on your blender. Peanut butter can be used as a binder or thickener. Binding chemicals assist keep components from clumping together, and thickening agents lend body to meals that might otherwise be too watery. Fortunately, peanut butter does double duty admirably. When it comes to baking, peanut butter has several uses, such as a crust for fat bombs and pies, a thickener for smoothies, and a binder for keto sweets, granola bars, and other snacks. These peanut butter fat bombs require only five ingredients and won’t cause a rise in blood sugar, so give them a try today. What Happens if I’m Allergic to Peanuts? Unfortunately, there is a huge drawback to peanuts that we haven’t discussed yet: roughly 1 in 50 children and 1 in 200 adults suffer from a peanut allergy. It might trigger mild reactions like a stuffy nose and itchy skin, or it can escalate to anaphylaxis, a potentially fatal allergic reaction. One possibility is that you are also allergic to other nuts, especially tree nuts, if you are one of the millions of individuals who are allergic or sensitive to peanuts. The best course of action can be determined after consulting with your physician. Both skin-prick tests and a novel blood test that has showed potential in early testing can be used to identify nut allergies. Sunflower seeds and sunflower seed butter are high in healthy fats, protein, fiber, and minerals, and low in carbohydrates, making them a suitable alternative to nuts for those on the ketogenic diet who have nut allergies.
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