Peanut butter is one of the most popular spreadable foods and can be slathered on just about anything you like for added flavor. Some even eat it straight from the spoon. It’s versatile for sure, but it’s not something I would recommend eating at all.
Commercially processed peanut butter contains trans fats, which are linked to a number of health effects, such as memory impairment and heart disease.
I recommend that you make your own nut butter instead, from raw, organic nuts and seeds that are brimming with healthy fats and nutrients. This recipe, which comes from POPSUGAR, shows you how to do just that.
Ingredients:
2 total cups of two to four kinds of raw nuts such as:
- ¾ cup cashews
- ¾ cup almonds
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
Procedure:
- Place the nuts in a food processor and grind until smooth for five minutes. You may blend it for a shorter or longer time as well, depending on your desired consistency.
- Store unused nut butter in an airtight container and put it in the fridge.
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Dr. Joseph Mercola is the founder of Mercola.com. An osteopathic physician, best-selling author, and recipient of multiple awards in the field of natural health, his primary vision is to change the modern health paradigm by providing people with a valuable resource to help them take control of their health.
