Groundnut skin or groundnut testa is the dark reddish coating that
is usually removed from the kernel. It is usually discarded as waste or used as
animal feed. Consuming groundnut skin
has a lot to offer in terms of nutrition and health benefits.
Groundnut skins are rich in phenolic compounds which are antioxidants
that help to protect the body from oxidative stress and inflammation.
Groundnut skins resveratrol which is found in wine and
grapes. Resveratrol protects the body
from inflammation and has antimicrobial properties.
Groundnut skins are rich in fiber which is highly beneficial
to health. Including the skins when you
eat groundnuts increases dietary fiber
intake to some extent.
In Nigeria, eating boiled groundnut and groundnut soup are
two easy ways to eat them with the skin. You may also choose to eat some of the
skin with roasted groundnuts sometimes to get more nutrients.
Share below your groundnut recipes that include the skin.
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