1.3 Reduce the risk of rectal cancer
Research also shows that women who eat peanuts at least twice a week have a 58% lower risk of rectal cancer. If the bearded wing also eats twice a week, the risk of this type of cancer can also be reduced by 27%. Scientists have analyzed and found that this result may be the role of folic acid and other anti-cancer substances contained in peanuts.
1.4 Helps prevent gallstones
Research shows that regular peanut consumption can reduce the risk of gallstones in both men and women. Since most gallstones are mainly composed of cholesterol, the cholesterol-lowering effect of peanuts may be the reason. However, further research is needed to confirm this finding
2. Some notes when eating boiled peanuts
– Do not eat too much: Although good, eating a lot of boiled peanuts (over 50g/day) can cause weight gain, digestive disorders or fat accumulation.
– Do not eat when hungry: Peanuts contain a lot of oil, eating when hungry can increase gastric juice secretion, causing stomach cramps, not good for the stomach.
– Do not eat peanuts that show signs of mold: Moldy peanuts contain aflatoxin – a very strong carcinogen.
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