Characteristics of peanuts

Peanut belongs to nuts in food. It has the characteristics of high fat and high calorie. It also contains minerals such as protein, calcium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, various vitamins and rich lecithin

1. Reduce cholesterol: peanuts contain a large amount of linoleic acid, which can decompose cholesterol into bile acids and excrete them out of the body, so as to avoid cholesterol deposition in the body. At the same time, the lecithin in peanut also helps to reduce cholesterol;

2. Anti aging: Peanut contains rich vitamin E, which has a strong antioxidant effect. It can remove excess free radicals in the body, avoid free radical peroxidation, and achieve the purpose of delaying aging;

3. Brain, improve memory: peanut is rich in zinc and lecithin content, zinc can promote brain development, has the function of enhancing brain memory, also has the effect of delaying memory decline for middle-aged and elderly people.

Although peanuts are good, we still need to pay attention to a few points. First of all, the fat content in peanuts is relatively high. If we eat too much, it will easily lead to hyperlipidemia and excessive energy, which will lead to obesity. In addition, peanuts are very susceptible to dampness and mildew. Moldy peanuts are highly carcinogenic, so you should avoid eating moldy peanuts.