The Claim
Consumption of peanuts is associated with reduced mortality in low-income populations, with an effect size comparable to that of tree nut consumption in higher-income populations.
What the research says
Supports is higher
Support is ahead, but a single strong opposing study can change this.
These are independent scores, not a percentage. Higher-grade studies count more, so a single strong opposing study can outweigh several weaker ones.
People in low-income populations who eat peanuts have the same lower risk of death as people in higher-income populations who eat tree nuts.
See the scientific wording
Peanuts, which are the primary form of nut consumed in low-income populations, show the same association with reduced mortality as tree nuts in higher-income populations, suggesting affordability does not diminish potential benefit.
Eating peanuts lowers harmful fats in the blood and reduces swelling in the body, which prevents blood vessels from getting clogged and reduces the chance of heart disease death.
What the research says
1 studyThis study found that people who ate more peanuts—especially those with less money—were less likely to die from heart disease or other causes, just like people who ate more expensive nuts. So peanuts are a cheap and healthy choice.
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