Although peanuts are good, people in the three categories should eat less and pay more attention to these three things 

Peanuts, which are called “longevity fruit”, are not only tasty but also offer a lot of health benefits.

But there are people who shouldn’t eat peanuts. In particular, these are three categories of people that should be very careful with them. Besides that, a few things you need to pay attention to while consuming peanuts to keep your health intact.

I. People in Category 3 should eat less peanuts

1. People with high uric acid and gout

Even though the peanut is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, it is still a fat, and if taken in large amounts, it can lead to an overload of the body’s energy supply, which in turn has a negative effect on the metabolism of uric acid.

Besides that, peanuts are quite rich in purine, and if someone overeats, it may result in the situation when uric acid is getting higher, hence the symptoms of gout become worse.

2. People with chronic kidney disease

Patients with chronic kidney disease must limit their protein intake because an excess of protein may cause their kidneys to work harder.

So the protein content in peanuts is fairly high, approximately 25-30 g of protein per 100 g of peanuts.

It means that those suffering from chronic kidney disease should eat peanuts moderately and be careful not to consume too much protein.

3. People with hepatobiliary diseases

Patients having hepatobiliary disorders should take extra care of their diet and avoid foods that are too rich in fat or hard to digest.

Even though peanuts are full of nutrients, they contain a lot of fat, and if eaten in large amounts, they can, therefore, increase the burden on the liver and gallbladder and thus cause aggravation.

II. Excessive consumption will affect your health

Although peanuts are very rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, they are still categorized as fat, and if eaten excessively, it may lead to an overload of the body’s energy supply with subsequent negative effects on the physical health.

According to “Dietary Guidelines for Chinese Residents (2022 Edition)”, the daily intake of soy products and nuts should be 25 – 35 grams.

Overdoing peanuts can not only lead to overeating but also can cause such problems as obesity and high blood lipids, among others.

1. Control the amount of peanuts consumed: The amount of peanuts consumed every day should be controlled between 25 and 35 grams in order not to exceed the intake.

2. Choose the appropriate consumption method: In order to reduce the intake of oil, you may select the method of production to be boiling or dry-roasting instead of frying or stir-frying.

III. Never eat moldy peanuts

It produces a very toxic aflatoxin in moldy peanuts, which is listed by the World Health Organization’s Cancer Research Agency as a class I carcinogen and is incredibly resistant to heat and cannot be broken down during cooking.

If you find mold on peanuts, discard them straight away, and don’t eat them.

1.Storage method: Keep your peanuts in a dry and ventilated area so that they are not exposed to moisture or high temperature and thus the risk of mildew will be reduced.

2. Check before consumption: Before eating peanuts, make sure to inspect them for any signs of mildew, such as mold, stains, etc., in order to consume them safely.

IV. the general population recommends eating with the skin on

The red coat of peanut is rich in dietary fiber as well as biologically active compounds resveratrol, anthocyanins, and flavonoids, which possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hypolipidemic effects.

For the average person, it is advisable to consume the product with the skin in order to get the maximum of these substances. Practical advice:

1. Eat with the skin on: Take the skin-covered peanuts for example, the roasting or boiling of the skin-covered peanuts can not only raise the flavor, but also make full use of nutrients.

2. Attention to special groups: It is advisable for patients with hypertension, arteriosclerosis, and individuals with high blood viscosity to consume peanuts with red skin because red peanuts can lead to platelet aggregation and thus facilitate bleeding, which in turn may exacerbate the condition of these groups.

Known as “longevity fruit”, peanuts are not only delicious but also have many health benefits.

However, not everyone should eat peanuts, especially those with high uric acid and gout, those with chronic kidney disease, and those with hepatobiliary diseases, which require special attention.

Besides that, care is needed to be taken in controlling the amount of peanuts consumed, not eating mildew peanuts, and choosing the right way to consume them to be healthy.

Hopefully, this post will help you better understand the food considerations of peanuts and integrate them into your daily routine reasonably.