September 20, 2019
Foodie Friday: Peanut Butter
Fun Fact!: It takes 540 peanuts to make a 12oz jar of some of the most delicious stuff known to man...PEANUT BUTTER!
More than just a sandwich spread, peanut butter deserves a spot on your menu! Its healthy fats, fiber and protein may help you stave off afternoon hunger pains. But not all peanut butter is created equal. Here are our tips for finding the best peanut butter on the shelf.
1. Avoid Oil:
Many PBs are still made with hydrogenated oils, which improve the texture but add trans fat. Some replaced those oils with palm oil-a better choice, but high in unhealthy saturated fat. Buy PB with no added oils and stir before spreading.
2. Skip Added Sugars:
Some PBs provide 3 to 4 grams of added sugars (about 1 teaspoon per 2-tablespoon serving). Sugar may be listed as: evaporated cane juice, corn syrup solids, high-fructose corn syrup, molasses, honey.
3. Be Wary of "Natural":
It doesn't mean the PB is without added sugars and oils. True natural PB has just peanuts and maybe a little salt (our target sodium is 125 mg or less per serving).
4. Go Full-Fat:
Sugar and starchy fillers replace healthy fats in reduced-fat peanut butters, with negligible calorie savings.
Peanut Butters We Love:
Teddie Old Fashioned All Natural
Smucker's Natural
Trader Joe's Organic
Whole Foods 365
✴Remember, the size of your thumb is all you need!
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