by their healthcare professional.
2. People Trying to Lose Weight
Peanuts contain many beneficial nutrients, but they are also relatively high in calories.
Because peanuts are small and easy to snack on, it can be surprisingly easy to eat a large portion without realizing how many calories you have consumed.
This does not mean that people trying to lose weight need to eliminate peanuts.
Instead, portion control is important.
Choosing plain or unsalted peanuts and measuring a reasonable serving can allow people to enjoy their nutritional benefits without adding excessive calories to their diet.
3. People Eating Poorly Stored Peanuts
Another potential concern is not the peanut itself but how it has been stored.
Peanuts that are exposed to warm, humid, or unsuitable storage conditions can develop mold.
Some molds can produce substances called aflatoxins. Long-term exposure to high levels of aflatoxins can pose serious health risks.
For this reason,
