Can you survive on only peanuts? The dangers of a one-food diet
                                
                                
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                                Peanuts are a nutrient-dense food, with a 1-ounce serving containing approximately 170 calories and a significant amount of protein and healthy fats. However, despite their impressive profile, a person cannot healthily survive on only peanuts, as a single food source can never provide the complete nutritional spectrum required for long-term human health.