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Peanut butter and fruit jam are common side dishes for bread and crackers.

Each person has different tastes, with varying flavors and textures. We looked into which option is the better nutritional choice.

 

According to the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety's Food and Nutrition Database, one tablespoon (15g) of peanut butter contains approximately 98kcal, 1.4g of sugar, 3.8g of protein, and 5.8g of unsaturated fatty acids. It also contains a wealth of nutrients, including vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium.

 

One tablespoon of strawberry jam contains approximately ▲42kcal ▲7.85g of sugar ▲0.08g of protein ▲0.01g of unsaturated fatty acid, and its main nutrient is carbohydrate (10.5g). One tablespoon of apple jam contains approximately ▲36kcal ▲6.9g of sugar ▲0g of protein, and like strawberry jam, its main nutrient is carbohydrate (9.15g).

Therefore, when considering nutritional composition, peanut butter is a better choice than fruit jam.

 

Fruit jams contain more added sugars like sugar or corn syrup than the natural sweetness found in fruit, fructose. Peanut butter is nutrient-dense, containing protein, unsaturated fatty acids, and minerals. Nutrient density is a measure of a food's nutrient content relative to its calorie content.

 

The protein and fiber in peanut butter also help keep you feeling full, preventing overeating.

When choosing peanut butter, check the nutrition facts label on the back of the package to choose a product with a high peanut content. This is because some peanut butters reduce the peanut content and add significant amounts of salt, sugar, and other ingredients to enhance flavor. When choosing fruit jams, choose products with low sugar content and no artificial additives.

 

 

However, even if it's a healthier choice, excessive consumption is prohibited. Peanut butter is high in calories, so limiting it to 10-15 grams (about one or two spoonfuls) per day is appropriate.

 

 

Provided by Health Chosun