Peanuts
Hi Oleic peanuts have different oil chemistry to regular peanuts, with the oleic acid ratio closely resembling that of olive oil, ie with more monounsaturated fatty acid. This is a naturally bred characteristic, which has been crossbred into existing peanut varieties, and offers increased health benefits as well as longer shelf life.
Research has shown that just eating a handful of peanuts a few times a week can dramatically reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease. This is due to the fatty acid profile of peanuts (high in monounsaturated fatty acids and low in saturated fatty acids). In Hi Oleic peanuts, this difference is magnified with an even greater ratio of the ‘good’ oleic acid present.
Hi Oleic peanuts also have the healthy nutritional attributes of fibre (25% by weight), anti-oxidants (Vitamin E, selenium and folate), phyosterols, phyochemicals, resveratrol, arginine, and trace minerals such as copper, zinc and magnesium.
Like all plant foods, peanuts are cholesterol free and low in sodium. Peanuts can also assist with weight control by promoting the feeling of fullness and therefore suppressing hunger (great news for us peanut lovers).
The value of Peanut Oil - Peanut Oil has a number of major advantages over other oils. It withstands higher temperatures without burning or breaking down and as a high flash point (282 degrees Celsius), which makes it ideal for deep frying. Peanut Oil also has neural flavour and odour and does not absorb odours from other foods. This makes it especially suited for use in pastries, breads, shortening, margarine, mayonnaise and other salad dressings.
Did you know?…The Peanut Company of Australia (PCA) is the sole producer of Hi Oleic Peanuts in Australia, and the only producer in the world with 100% purity!
Did you know?…Peanuts rival many fruits for anti-oxidants and are far richer than carrots or apples.
Hi Oleic peanuts also have these healthy nutritional attributes:
Fibre – Peanuts are an excellent source of fibre (25% by weight), good for both heart health and intestinal health.
Anit-oxidants – Peanuts are a good dietary source of Vitamin E and other heart healthy anti-oxidants including selenium and folate. In fact, research has shown that peanuts rival many fruits for anti-oxidants (and are far richer than carrots or apples).
Phytosterols – Beta-sitosterol, the most abundant sterol in peanuts, has been shown to offer protection against heart disease.
Phytochemicals – Isoflavones and saponins in peanuts also have anti-oxidant properties.
Resveratrol – This anti-oxidant polyphenol – also found in red wine – has been associated with reduced heart disease. Peanuts, and especially roasted peanuts, also contain high levels of the anti-oxidant polyphenol p-courmaric acid.
Arginine – Peanuts are a good source of this amino acid (13% by weight), which has been shown to lower blood pressure and reduce the risks of strokes and heart attacks. Arginine lowers homocysteine levels in the blood and is the nitrogen donor for the synthesis of nitric oxide, a well-known vasodilator which helps keep arteries flexible.
Trace Minerals – ‘Hard to get’ trace minerals such as copper, zinc and magnesium found in peanuts have also been linked to heart health. In fact, a 2005 study found that eating just one serving of peanuts (or two spoonfuls of peanut butter) a day can help people meet the nutrient requirements often lacking in western diets.
Like all plant foods, peanuts are cholesterol free and low in sodium. Peanuts can also assist with weight control by promoting ‘satiety’ – the feeling of fullness – suppressing hunger.
For more information on peanuts go to www.pca.com.au
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