Groundnut

Groundnut

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This week, we shall be considering a topic titled GROUNDNUT

Groundnut is one of the world’s fifteen leading food crops and cultivated throughout the world. It is among the most important foods in international trade.
Groundnut is popularly known as peanut in many countries though it is more a pea (a leguminous plant) than a nut. But it is considered as nut because of its high nutritional value. It is less expensive and nourishing food.
Although they are high in fat, it can be said to be the good kind of fat as it is a monounsaturated fat.
Groundnut, which is also known as peanut or pignut, contains magnesium; foliate, vitamin E, copper, and arginine: They are believed to lessen the risk of cardiovascular disease.
And according to recent studies, the skins have an abundant amount of natural antioxidants and a high content of dietary fiber. This is with regard to the different types, be it light-roasted or dark-roasted.

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Article by :Olapade Temitope Praise
Food Nutrients and Health