Peanut Butter is a Good Source of....Protein??

capnwo85

PB > OP. I'll eat it til I die. Protein or not. It's better than eating crap.

he never said not to eat it

people, come on, you're better than this

I know but he's still re-posting the same dumb *kitten* topic that has been on here OVER and OVER again.

and you're somehow still missing the point

b/c


therefore..


and you should..

GasMasterFlash

PB > OP. I'll eat it til I die. Protein or not. It's better than eating crap.

he never said not to eat it

people, come on, you're better than this

I know but he's still re-posting the same dumb *kitten* topic that has been on here OVER and OVER again.

and you're somehow still missing the point

b/c


therefore..


and you should..

Oh my, look at that. You've strung together a series of images to create a message. How clever of you. Bravo!

strawberrie_milk

I don't consider PB a good source of protein either. I consider the ratio "10 calories per 1g protein" as a good source.

EbonySD

What if I cover myself with the peanutbutter?


Seriously, I figured out a while ago that peanutbutter kind of sucks as a source of protein. Along with the calories and veritable lack of protein, it is extremely high in fat. I love the stuff though...

If you cover yourself with peanut butter - I will hunt you down and eat you! lol

I love peanut butter - it doesn't love me back though

Sweet_Potato

You know... the OP has posted valuable information. Is there a reason why you have a problem with that? Yeah, the topic has been posted over and over. Obviously, people still need to know. Who are you to tell him what he can and can't post?!?!?!

I think it was his holier-than-thou attitude about vegans that got under people's skin. You can be be an *kitten* and make a valid point but that still means you're an *kitten*.

P.S. - I saw noticed some people were talking about vegan bodybuilders and it reminded me of an article I read recently. Sorry if this has already been posted:
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/05/sports/vegans-muscle-their-way-into-bodybuilding.html?pagewanted=all

fatboypup

i hear vegans are tasty

iHEARTcardiacnurses

Now, if they say, "but I'm vegan, how do I get protein with no animal products?" The proper answer to that would be, "I don't know, the same way you ice skate uphill, I suppose."

Soy and TVP :flowerforyou:

Not a vegan or vegetarian (I like meat just as much as the next girl) but sometimes it's nice to switch it up!

iHEARTcardiacnurses

Since we are talking about nuts, (and because I have such a low post count and want to raise it ), have you all tried unsweetened Almond Milk? I mix it with my protein powder and it is awesome. Tastes like a real milkshake. Only 35 calories per 8 ounces. Not a great source of protein though......but mixed with protein powder, who cares.

Also, no cholesterol and lactose free. I have become a big fan of Almond Milk.


....and peanut butter.

I love this stuff

Sublog

I can't believe this topic has any controversy.

All he said is that peanut butter is not a good source of protein for an average dieter for the calories.

The calorie/satiating/protein factor is low and I agree 100%. Who can get full off of 200 cals of PB?

With that being said, it tastes really good, and can be used to increase fats in your diet, but if you're using them as a good protein source, there are so many other things better to use.

UponThisRock

You can be be an *kitten* and make a valid point but that still means you're an *kitten*.

I do my level best to accomplish both goals.

PercivalHackworth

and you are great in both :flowerforyou:

sugarbone

It's simply not a good source of protein. It is a yummy and easy addition to your diet though, should most of your protein already be covered! :b

Awkward30

My husband had a peanut butter granola bar for a midnight snack and then got back in bed and breathed right in my face. I usually like the smell of peanut butter but that was a gross smell to wake up to.

Boyfriend gets mad that I ask him to brush his teeth before bed, but he always eats a bed time snack and frequently has peanut butter and it smells so delicious that I need him to brush his teeth lol

Sidesteal

Good post and I agree, and additionally I don't understand how people continually list foods as being "good sources of protein" when they really aren't protein dense.

Elizabeth_C34

i hear vegans are tasty

only with a side of peanut butter...

Nopedotjpeg

Let's talk politics and religion! I think that might be a less divisive topic than peanut butter.

Sidesteal

Just finished reading the entire thread and replies...

That was painful.

erin1276

Or you can use PB2:

PB2: Powdered Peanut Butter
Ingredients: Roasted peanuts, sugar and salt.
Serving size: 2 Tablespoons (12 grams)
Servings per container: 15
Calories: 45
Calories from fat: 13

Value and % Daily Value*

Total fat 1.5 g 3%
Saturated fat 0 g 0%
Trans fat < 0.01 g
Cholesterol < 0.01 mg 0%
Sodium 94 mg 4%
Total carbohydrate 5 g 2%
Dietary fiber 2 g 8%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 5 g
Vitamin A < 1%
Vitamin C 0%
Calcium <1%
Iron 0%

My mom bought this stuff and I finally relented and tried it. It was great! It makes working peanut butter into your normal diet workable.

TXBelle1174

My older brother used to eat spoonfuls of it, and then scream at me. His breath was awful. I love peanut butter, but still shudder a bit when I get the first whiff out of the jar.

LOL!!!! No, really... sitting at my desk, supposed to be working and I burst out laughing. Thanks for this, I needed it!!!

tinkermommc

I'm going to keep eating peanut butter I eat it and say within my calories and I'm not hungry therefore it stays!

UponThisRock

Good post and I agree, and additionally I don't understand how people continually list foods as being "good sources of protein" when they really aren't protein dense.

next on my *kitten* list: cheese

UponThisRock

Let's talk politics and religion! I think that might be a less divisive topic than peanut butter.

LOL!

Di3012

This is an excerpt from a blog post I just posted. Below is the relevant portion. If, for some odd reason, you want to read the my stupid ramblings along with the relevant portion, it's located here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/UponThisRock/view/peanut-butter-is-a-good-source-of-protein-245431


Ok, enough with the conspiracy theories. How do I define "good source of protein?" Most people on MFP practice calorie restriction. If someone is trying to add protein to their 1800 calorie diet, a "good" source of protein would be something that is "dense" in protein, that is, you get a lot of protein for the amount of calories you eat. Comparatively speaking, peanut butter simply doesn't fit that bill. The following shows calories and protein per 100g, the data was taken from nutritiondata.com:

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast: 23g of protein/110 calories

Egg Whites: 11g/48 cals

Canned Chunk White Tuna: 26g/116 cals

Peanut Butter: 22g/ (brace yourself) 588 cals.

So, on a calorie restricted diet, how can you justify calling peanut butter a "good" source of protein? You can't. You have to eat 5 times as many calories to get the same amount of protein you would get in canned tuna.

Of course, the typical serving of peanut butter isn't 100g, it's 32g (2 tbsp). For 190 cals you get a not so whopping 8g of protein. If you insist on calling that a "good" source of protein, then in the interests of consistency, you also should call oatmeal a pretty good source of protein with 5g for 150 cals.

My point should be pretty clear by now. If someone asks how to add more protein to their diet, nuts or nut butter would be one of the last things I would recommend. There are so many more options that would add substantially more protein for a far less expensive calorie hit. Now, if they say, "but I'm vegan, how do I get protein with no animal products?" The proper answer to that would be, "I don't know, the same way you ice skate uphill, I suppose."

I adore peanut butter but have had none since losing weight and I won't do either, because I find it moreish.

myak623

My head hurts after reading all that. I'm amazed at some of the responses in here.

Nowhere was it mentioned that PB should not be consumed. The OP was trying to point out that there are better sources of protein. Maybe there are other posts about this topic. However, I see at least one post per day where people are suggesting PB as a good source of protein. And that statement simply isn't true.

Now, for those who have adjusted their MFP settings for a higher daily protein intake, then this is probably more relevant. For those who are using MFP's suggested macro setting, then I can see where this may be a confusing topic. My opinion on MFP's settings is that protein is too low and carbs are too high. Not saying carbs are bad, but just pre set too high by MFP.

Sidesteal

Nowhere was it mentioned that PB should not be consumed. The OP was trying to point out that there are better sources of protein. Maybe there are other posts about this topic. However, I see at least one post per day where people are suggesting PB as a good source of protein. And that statement simply isn't true.

^ This seemed pretty clear to me but apparently some people took it as "peanut butter is bad and will kill you".

Elizabeth_C34

Nowhere was it mentioned that PB should not be consumed. The OP was trying to point out that there are better sources of protein. Maybe there are other posts about this topic. However, I see at least one post per day where people are suggesting PB as a good source of protein. And that statement simply isn't true.

^ This seemed pretty clear to me but apparently some people took it as "peanut butter is bad and will kill you".

I think people react this way because they are hungry and cranky. Eat some PB and chillax people!

shellybean73

Thanks!!!

sammys1girly

I am in love with peanut butter. So even if it's now proven to not be a good source of protein, I'm still gonna eat it, almost every day! And it fits into my calories, even better!

Kylieikerd

Just use PB2. It has 45 calories as apposed to 190. I use it in smoothies to get in all my protein. It's delish.

mamnboston

I consider crunchy peanut butter to be a treat, love it...especially on an english muffin, yummers