Peanut butter and beyond: almond, hazelnut, soy and more.(Nutrition Comparison)

From: Environmental Nutrition | Date: February 1, 2006| Author: | Copyright information

Although peanut butter and jelly is probably secure as America's number one sandwich, you might want to consider other nutty spreads for variety.

Nutty Choices. Dozens of nut butter options include almond, cashew, hazelnut, macadamia and soy butters as well as sesame seed butter--all close, nutritionally speaking. Many come creamy or crunchy, organic or conventional, low-fat or low-carb, and with or without additions like honey, jam, chocolate or cinnamon.

Keep in mind that while nut butters labeled "organic" must meet new U.S. Department of Agriculture standards, the ...

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