Do peanuts cause weight gain?

Question

I often snack on peanuts as they're easily available and tasty. My gym trainer, though, said they are quite high in calories. I'm wondering, do peanuts actually cause weight gain if eaten regularly?

Manohar Lal · Accepted Answer

As someone managing diabetes, I eat peanuts regularly because they have a low glycemic index and don't spike my blood sugar. However, they are highly dense in calories and fats. If you eat them in small controlled portions, they won't cause weight gain, but excess of anything is bad.

Sudha Murthy · Answer

I have seen this question pop up quite often here. The simple answer is that peanuts only cause weight gain if you eat them mindlessly while watching TV. A small handful daily is actually excellent for your heart and skin health.

Tarun Grewal · Answer

I have been eating a small bowl of salted peanuts every evening and I feel like my weight has gone up slightly. Has anyone else noticed a sudden weight jump after adding peanuts to their diet, or is it just my imagination?

Baldev Singh · Answer

In my 70 years, I have realized that natural foods like peanuts are never the real culprit for weight gain. It is the modern sedentary life and processed refined sugars that do the damage. Enjoy your peanuts in limit, stay active, and don't worry too much.

Gopal Yadav · Answer

Humare yahan toh log sardi ke mausam mein khub moongfali khate hain aur sab bilkul fit rehte hain. It doesn't make you fat if you do your daily physical work and farming activities. Just eat them fresh and avoid those packaged oily ones from the market.

Divya Teja · Answer

I actually managed to lose 5 kgs recently while still eating peanut butter! The trick is strictly sticking to one tablespoon a day. It keeps you full for a long time, so you actually end up snacking less on junk food.

Do peanuts cause weight gain?

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