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Hi,

I notice peanut butter in some recipes. So peanut butter is okay?

Obviously I realize it is high calorie and has a lot of oil in it.

I had thought we could not use it because of it's oil content.

We use only brands that have no added ingredients except peanuts. My guys eat it, but I stay away because I can't lose weight if I add it to things. Many of the brand name peanut butters have lots of added sugar and hydrogenated oils that make it really unhealthy.

Thanks so much for answering.

I never used brands that contain anything other than just peanuts, or peanuts and salt.

Also, the key phrase you used was "in recipes." Putting a teaspoon of peanut butter in some thai noodles that will be 4 servings is different than making a PB sandwich, which is not on plan. And even at that little amount in a recipe, you need to monitor for your own response to it. Some people have no issues - weight, TC, etc - and others do. But, yes, otherwise, it is ok for an occasional, richer dish.

For most people who are losing weight or who are at risk of gaining weight, PNB is very dangerous. A little bit in a recipe may not seem like much, but I know for a FACT that I gain weight on "just a little" calorie dense food. Also, and probably most important, if you have a jar around so you can add "just a little" to recipes, that means that the JAR IS AROUND!! I, for one, have very little ability to ignore that jar, so I don't take the risk.

Actually, a peanut butter sandwich, made with natural peanut butter, bananas, and whole grain/no oil bread is perfectly on plan. The regular plan. As long as your nuts are limited to about 1 oz per day, you are fine, according to both Jeff and Dr. McDougall. It is definitely not on the MWL plan!!

Of course, for many people, peanut butter is highly addictive, and way too calorie dense to eat at all. They cannot eat it in moderation, or their body does not have any tolerance for rich foods. They should stay away from peanut butter all together.

For people who need the extra calories though, a peanut butter sandwich is perfectly acceptable. I ate peanut butter on corn tortillas with a banana to gain weight when i was underweight, and that is perfectly acceptable according to McDougall's article on weight gain.

I love peanut butter! It is one of those things that I can have around and stay away from. I'll have it about once a month on a piece of banana bread. My favorite way to have it though is about 1/4-1/2 c. stirred into a big pot of lentil/vegetable stew, YUMMY!

Kris

Wow, PB in Lentil stew?! Who knew? We eat lots of lentils. Sounds like a fun way to shake 'em up. Thanks for the idea.

Wow, PB in Lentil stew?! Who knew? We eat lots of lentils. Sounds like a fun way to shake 'em up. Thanks for the idea.[quote][/quote]

I also add carrot juice for a little sweet and lots of diced vegetables. I wouldn't like it nearly as much if it weren't for the PB.

Kris

PB is a trigger food for me, so I avoid it.

Peanut butter is okay. It contains high amounts of proteins – as much as 24% by weight. Along with protein, it also contains vitamins E and B3 and the minerals copper and iron. And also, it is rich in antioxidants.

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In the McDougall program, high amounts of protein are discouraged, and the fiber content is irrelevant, since anyone following this WOE will get 2-3 time the recommended level of fiber. It's still too high in fat to be used for anything other than a condiment in a sauce, soup or stew.

Kate

I was wondering if anyone has tried PB2 and if it's McDougall approved. It has a little sugar in it, but not much and fat content is really reduced. 35 calories in 2 Tbsp. There is a chocolate version as well. It's great to use for Thai peanut sauce or as an addition to miracle ice cream (frozen bananas and 1 tsp of vanilla) pureed in a high power blender. Here is the link if anyone is interested. Their recipes on their web page aren't really helpful, but some are adaptable to this WOE...http://bellplantation.com/

When I use peanut butter I buy the natural kind--where the oil separates out and rises to the top. I then pour off the oil. It still contains fat, but not as much.