Peanut butter is a tradition of American cuisine, served on a variety of foods. Peanut butter is relatively high in protein, as a nut derivative, but is also extremely high in fat. Peanut butter varies between manufacturers, so we’re going to look at a standard brand which establishes a “happy medium.” 2 tablespoons will be sufficient for serving size.
Nutritional and Caloric Content
Peanut butter is high in fat. In two tablespoons of peanut butter, there is a total of 188 calories. Of these, 135 come from fat, and the remainder from 6 grams of carbohydrate, and 8 grams of protein. There are 3 grams of sugar in two tablespoons of peanut butter.
Peanut butter is not a good source of any vitamins or minerals. There is some iron present in peanut butter, but the amount is so small that large amounts of peanut butter would be required to equal the daily amount of iron needed for a healthy adult. Peanut butter also has no dietary fiber, and is a relatively poor item for digestive health.
Storing/Selecting
Peanut butter lasts for a while on the shelf. Because of this, expiration dates should be checked carefully. In some brands, the oil has been allowed to separate from the peanut butter, and may be stirred in order to restore consistency.
Eat it With:
Traditionally, in American cuisine, peanut butter is the main ingredient to a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Peanut butter is also a primary ingredient to desserts, including peanut butter cheesecake and other sugary sweets. Chocolate and peanut butter are often combined in desserts.
Burn Off Peanut Butter:
To burn off the calories in two tablespoons of peanut butter, you could do:
-1 hour of Badminton
-45 minutes of Basketball
-30 minutes of Vigorous Track and Field
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