Are there any nutrients in the peanut cover?
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4 min read
New research shows that peanut skins, the paper-thin layer surrounding the peanut kernel, contain significant levels of antioxidants and dietary fiber. But while there are indeed nutrients in the peanut cover's inner layer, the hard, fibrous outer shell offers little nutritional value to humans. This article explores the distinct nutritional differences between the inner skin and the outer shell, revealing why one is a healthy addition to your diet while the other is best discarded.
