Peanut Butter and Health

Peanut Butter and Health

Peanut butter is a good source of Biotin, also called enzyme R or vitamin H. Biotin is a member of the B-complex family which is essential for the normal metabolism of fat and protein as well as for the absorption of vitamin C. Biotin helps thin, splitting nails and is also said to be good for the hair.

Peanut butter is also an excellent source of vitamin E, a potent antioxidant which protects polyunsaturated fatty acids in cell membranes from free-radical attack, thus helping prevent cancer.

Some people are severely allergic to nuts, especially children. These allergies have led to a ban on peanut butter in many schools.

More About Peanut Butter

• Peanut Butter Selection and Storage
• Peanut Butter and Health
• Peanut Butter History
• Homemade Peanut Butter Recipe
• Peanut Butter Recipes
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Cookbooks

•	Peanut Butter & Co. Cookbook
•	The Ultimate Peanut Butter Book
•	Nuts: Sweet and Savory Recipes from Diamond of California
•	The Totally Nuts Cookbook
•	More Cookbooks