PEANUTS: YAY OR NAY?
Apr 24, 2020
2 minutes
BY DR RUTH MARCUS
‘Here’s the thing about peanuts: they’re not nuts. Peanuts are legumes, which are generally not considered LCHF because they tend to be high in carbs.
Additionally, peanuts have a different fat content when compared to ‘real’ nuts. While macadamias, almonds and pecans are high in omega-3 fatty acids, peanuts contain more omega-6 fatty acids, which can be problematic when following a low-carb diet to address
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