8. It helps you sleep better.
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Tryptophan, an amino acid found in peanuts, increases serotonin and melatonin, two hormones involved in mood and sleep. It soothes your anxiety, slows down bodily functions, and encourages restful sleep. But you don't need to consume much of it; a few teaspoons should be sufficient.
9. It’s good for pregnant mothers.
It appears that consuming peanut butter while pregnant may benefit the foetus as well. It contains a lot of folate naturally, which may help your developing child's chance of developing neural tube abnormalities decline. The mother's health will also benefit from the nutritious components of the peanut.
