Simran Kaur Simran Kaur Asked 4 months ago

Are groundnuts good for weight loss?

I'm trying to lose some weight and looking for healthy snacking options. I love groundnuts and always have some at home. Are groundnuts good for weight loss, or should I eat them sparingly?

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Abhishek Roy Abhishek Roy Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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I track all my calories on HealthifyMe, and groundnuts are actually great but in strict moderation. Just a small handful of 15-20 grams has around 100 calories, so weigh them before eating! They have good protein and fats that keep you satiated for hours.

Sunita Patel Sunita Patel Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

I lost 12 kgs last year and groundnuts were my go-to evening snack. The trick is to never eat them directly from the big packet, otherwise you will overeat easily. Boil or dry-roast them without oil, and limit yourself to one small katori a day.

Sanjay Rao Sanjay Rao Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Yes, they can definitely help you if you eat them carefully. Groundnuts keep you full so you won't crave junk food in between meals. Just take a small portion daily and you will do great on your journey.

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Deepa Menon Deepa Menon Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Please be careful if you have any digestive issues or high cholesterol. I once went on a heavy nut-based diet for weight loss and ended up with severe acidity and stomach issues. It is always wise to consult a doctor or dietitian before changing your eating patterns.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Dekho yaar, groundnuts are healthy but they are not magic pills. Roasted mungfali is great for snacking instead of biscuits, but if you eat the whole packet, you will gain weight, not lose it. Control the portion size and stay active, simple as that.

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Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Agreed, they really help curb mid-day hunger. Just make sure to eat plain roasted ones instead of the fried, salty packed versions.

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