Nutrition and health benefits of peanuts

The peanut, also known as the groundnut, goober, goober pea, pindar or monkey nut, is a legume crop grown mainly for its edible seeds.

It is widely grown in the tropics and subtropics by small and large commercial producers, both as grain legume and as an oil crop.

Peanuts are rich in protein, fat, and various healthy nutrients.

Studies show that peanuts may even be useful for weight loss and are linked to a reduced risk of heart disease.