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Peanut Butter is a fitness favourite, but what\u2019s the truth about those healthy eating claims?<\/p>\n
The gym life and\u00a0peanut butter<\/a>\u00a0go hand-in-hand. Peanut butter is in every fitness Instagram feed, every meal plan, it even features strongly in fitness fans\u2019 cheat meals.<\/strong><\/p>\n It\u2019s easy to see why: the stuff tastes amazing! It\u2019s buttery, nutty, slightly salty, and oh-so-moreish.<\/em><\/p>\n But what are the real health benefits of everybody\u2019s favourite snack?<\/p>\n This is easy. Go as natural as you can. Look for peanut butter that contains peanuts\u2026 and that\u2019s it.<\/strong> A little bit of salt is OK (but unnecessary).\u00a0Peanut butter<\/a>\u00a0does not need added oil. And it definitely should not contain sugar, palm oil, preservatives, or any weird ingredients. Peanut butter \u2013 the clue is in the name.<\/p>\n What about those \u201chigh protein\u201d peanut butters? We\u2019ve got one or two of those in our product range, so obviously we think they have a place in a healthy diet. But again, avoid long ingredient lists and unnecessary extras. Our\u00a0Nuts About Whey\u2122\u00a0contains only peanuts, whey protein isolate,\u00a0organic virgin coconut oil<\/a>, flavouring, and sweeteners.\u00a0 Take a good look at your peanut butter and be sure it\u2019s as close to nature as can be.<\/p>\n Apart from the taste, you mean? Peanut Butter is a real food that has been linked to a lot of health, fat loss,and muscle growth benefits.<\/strong><\/p>\n It is high in calories, which can be a good thing if you eat it in appropriate amounts. Hard gainers, or anyone who wants to gain weight, can get the calories in without a load of food volume that can be tough to digest. And a small amount of peanut butter has the calories you need to support intense, high output training sessions.<\/p>\n When you need the calories, peanut butter is a great way to get the energy you need without excess food volume.<\/strong><\/p>\n It is high in fibre, and low in carbs,<\/strong> so can actually support your fat loss goals (as long as you practice portion control!). If you fit peanut butter into your calorie allowance, and have your training and activity on track, peanut butter can be a very tasty, rewarding low calorie treat.<\/p>\n Natural peanut butter like ours is high in monounsaturated fats, which can be useful in controlling blood cholesterol (when eaten in place of saturated fats).<\/p>\n Plus of course, peanut butter is a fantastic all-rounder food. Just about the only people who can\u2019t eat it is anyone who has a peanut allergy. It\u2019s great for vegans, vegetarians, people with dairy intolerance, and people who can\u2019t eat gluten.<\/p>\n We won\u2019t mind if you choose to eat your peanut butter straight off the spoon (we\u2019ve all been there\u2026)<\/strong><\/p>\n But if you want some more creative ideas, how about:<\/p>\n \u2013 adding peanut butter to your\u00a0protein shakes<\/a>\u00a0or smoothies (Pure Whey Protein\u2122<\/a>,\u00a0oats<\/a>\u00a0and frozen fruit + peanut butter is our go-to recipe)<\/p>\n \u2013 spreading on rice cakes (the chocolate-topped ones if you want a really special treat)<\/p>\n \u2013 using it as a coating or marinade for chicken breasts or steak<\/p>\n \u2013 making a satay sauce with it<\/p>\n \u2013 mixing it with Greek yoghurt or quark as a dip or spread<\/p>\n \u2013 adding it to your hot oats (oats, Whey,\u00a0egg whites<\/a>\u00a0and peanut butter = awesome)<\/p>\n \u2013\u00a0peanut butter cup protein pancakes<\/p>\n Ready to dive deeper into the world of fitness and nutrition? Our blog is packed with valuable resources and expert advice to help you achieve your goals. Take a look at our recommended articles below for even more tips and insights on living your best, healthiest life:<\/span><\/p>\n Keto Friendly Snacks<\/span><\/a> Peanut Butter is a fitness favourite, but what\u2019s the truth about those healthy eating claims? The gym life and\u00a0peanut butter\u00a0go hand-in-hand. 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