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Consumer Council|95% peanuts and nuts high-fat 759 Ashinya peanuts high-sugar, high-sugar peanut salt is the highest

2021-11-15T02:20:48.296Z


In the latest issue of the Consumer Council's monthly "Choice", it tested 33 samples of peanuts and nuts on the market and found that more than 95% (32 models) of the samples were "high-fat", but most of the fats were "good" fats. However, to make the product


In the latest issue of the Consumer Council's monthly "Choice", it tested 33 samples of peanuts and nuts on the market and found that more than 95% (32 models) of the samples were "high-fat", but most of the fats were "good" fats.

However, in order to make the products more delicious, some manufacturers add sugar or salt. As a result, Tom's Farm 1982 almonds and 759 Ashinya peanuts were found to be high in sugar; Timely Xinglong Golden Tortoise Mark Million Mile Crispy Peanuts are high-sodium foods.


The Consumer Council reminds that excessive intake of sodium can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and kidney disease. Excessive consumption of sugar can lead to unhealthy weight gain and obesity. Excessive intake of free sugar can also lead to tooth decay.


In addition, more than 60% of the overall sample nutritional values ​​and test results are beyond the regulatory tolerance range. The Consumer Council has sent it to the Center for Food Safety for follow-up.


▼Consumer Council tested 33 peanut nuts total score (high to low)▼


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From December 2020 to January 2021, the Consumer Council collected 5 types of almonds, 6 types of cashews, 8 types of peanuts, 4 types of pistachios, 4 types of walnuts and 5 types of miscellaneous in supermarkets, department stores and food specialty stores. Brocade products.

Among them, 32 models are pre-packaged and 1 model is bulk walnuts.

The Consumer Council's test found that more than 95% of the samples were high-fat. Fortunately, most of the fats were "good fats"; of these, 85% (28 models) were high-fiber.

Only two samples are high in sugar and three are high in sodium.

The sample with the highest total fat content was made by the US-made "Taste Brand". If a whole packet is consumed, it already accounts for 98% of the WHO's recommended intake limit.

(Photo by Huang Weilun)

Consumption of a whole package of "Taste Brand" has already accounted for 98% of the WHO recommended limit

The Consumer Council found that more than 95% of the samples were rich in protein and were high-fat. Among them, peanuts had the highest average protein content. Except for "759 Ashin House" crispy peanuts, the rest were "high-fat" foods. 100 grams contains 27.5 grams to 65.5 grams of total fat.

The test found that most fats are unsaturated fatty acids, or "good fats", which help lower cholesterol in the body, keep blood vessels open, and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.

However, the sample with the highest total fat content was made by the US-made "Taste Brand". 65.5 grams of total fat was detected per 100 grams, calculated on the basis of an adult with a daily energy intake of 2,000 kcal. It accounts for 98% of the upper limit recommended by the WHO.

Tom's Farm 1982 almonds and 759 Ashinya peanuts are high-sugar foods

Of the 33 samples, 15 were “low-sugar”, but two samples with added sugars were high-sugar foods, including Tom's Farm 1982 almonds and 759 Ashin House peanuts. 17.8 grams were detected per 100 grams. And 20.1 grams of sugar.

If the whole package is consumed, it will reach 56% and 66% of the upper limit of the daily sugar intake recommended by WHO.

Shixinglong Golden Tortoise has the highest content of crisp peanuts.

(Photo by Huang Weilun)

Shixinglong Golden Tortoise has the highest content of crispy peanuts

Of the 33 samples, 16 are low-sodium, but 3 peanuts with added salt are high-sodium foods, including Xinhe brand Huangfeihong spicy peanuts made in China, and Big Brother barbecued peanuts BBQ made in Thailand. As well as Shixinglong Golden Tortoise Brand Crispy Peanuts, the sodium content of the three products is 876 mg, 747 mg and 895 mg per 100 g respectively.

Among them, Shixinglong Golden Tortoise Mark Million Mile Crispy Peanuts had the highest sodium content. The British Heart Foundation recommended food intake control, that is, one handle (30 grams) as the sample size of the study.

If you eat one-handed peanuts, you will consume about 269 milligrams of sodium, which is 13% of the daily sodium intake recommended by the WHO.

In addition, the difference between the nutrient label values ​​and test results of more than 60% of the samples exceeded the regulatory tolerance limits set out in the "Technical Guidelines on Nutrition Labeling and Nutrition Claims."

The Consumer Council has sent the information to the Food Safety Center for follow-up.

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