Groundnut
Details:
| OTHER NAME | : | Peanut, Earthnut, Goober, Monkey Nut |
| BOTANICAL NAME HSN CODE | : : | Arachis hypogaea 1202 |
| SYNONYMS | : | Moongphali, Peanut Kernel, Shengdana (Marathi) |
| PLANT FAMILY | : | Fabaceae (Leguminosae) |
| PART USED | : | seeds |
Groundnut, commonly known as Peanut, is a nutrient-rich legume cultivated extensively for its edible seeds. Native to South America, groundnut has become a staple in diets worldwide due to its high protein, oil content, and versatility. It plays a crucial role in food industries, oil extraction, confectionery, and health products. Groundnut is both economically and nutritionally valuable, often considered a "poor man’s protein."
1-Proteins (25–30%): Supports muscle repair and growth.
2-Healthy Fats (Monounsaturated and Polyunsaturated fatty acids): Promote heart health.
3-Carbohydrates and Dietary Fiber: Provide energy and digestive support.
4-Vitamins (Vitamin E, B-complex vitamins like Niacin and Folate): Enhance skin health, metabolism, and cell repair.
5-Minerals (Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Iron): Essential for bone strength, immunity, and energy production.
6-Polyphenols (Resveratrol): Offer antioxidant and anti-aging properties.
2-Healthy Fats (Monounsaturated and Polyunsaturated fatty acids): Promote heart health.
3-Carbohydrates and Dietary Fiber: Provide energy and digestive support.
4-Vitamins (Vitamin E, B-complex vitamins like Niacin and Folate): Enhance skin health, metabolism, and cell repair.
5-Minerals (Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Iron): Essential for bone strength, immunity, and energy production.
6-Polyphenols (Resveratrol): Offer antioxidant and anti-aging properties.
1-Widely used for direct consumption (raw, roasted, boiled) as a snack.
2-Processed into peanut butter, confectionery, protein bars, and bakery products.
3-Extracted for groundnut oil, a heart-healthy cooking oil.
4-Used in animal feed, industrial food ingredients, and cosmetic products.
5-Provides protein supplementation in vegetarian and vegan diets.
2-Processed into peanut butter, confectionery, protein bars, and bakery products.
3-Extracted for groundnut oil, a heart-healthy cooking oil.
4-Used in animal feed, industrial food ingredients, and cosmetic products.
5-Provides protein supplementation in vegetarian and vegan diets.
