HIGH-OLEIC PEANUTS
THE MONTAGU DIFFERENCE
Why High-oleic?
- Longer shelf life
- Increased flavour and flavour stability
- Healthier: contain more than 75% oleic acid – a monounsaturated fatty acid (good fat) which reduces LDL (bad cholesterol) and boosts HDL (good cholesterol)
Oleic acid is a type of fatty acid. Oils with oleic acid are used to replace saturated fats in the diet. Oleic acid might improve heart conditions by lowering cholesterol and reducing inflammation.
High oleic peanuts vs. regular peanuts
Only high oleic peanuts are sourced for all Montagu peanut products.
High oleic peanuts contain more than 75% oleic acid, a monounsaturated fatty acid (good fat) which reduces LDL (bad cholesterol) and boosts HDL (good cholesterol). They contain more monounsaturated fatty acids than several vegetable oils.
What makes Montagu Peanuts different to other brands?
Montagu Peanuts are Hi Oleic Peanuts. This means that they contain a higher amount of oleic acid compared to standard peanuts.
Oleic Acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid – it is known as a good fat, reducing the amount of bad cholesterol whilst boosting the levels good cholesterol. Hi-oleic peanuts are also less likely to go rancid and can last 8 times longer than regular peanuts.
WHY CHOOSE HIGH OLEIC PEANUTS?
Longer shelf life
They last up to 15 times longer than average peanuts and are easily stored for long-term freshness.
Studies indicate that high oleic peanuts take 10 times longer to oxidise (go rancid) than regular peanuts.
Increased flavour and flavour stability
High oleic peanuts are more full-flavoured than regular peanuts.
Lowered risk of cardiovascular disease
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that high oleic peanuts had “enhanced oil chemistry” that reduced risk for cardiovascular disease.
They lower triglycerides, fats known to increase risk for heart disease.
Blood sugar support
High oleic peanuts help Type 2 diabetes sufferers manage their sugar levels.
MONTAGU HIGH OLEIC PEANUTS
Not only do we stock premium quality plain, roasted and salted peanuts, but we’ve also have an exciting range of Flavoured Roasted Peanuts.
DID YOU KNOW?
The peanut, also known as the groundnut is a legume crop grown mainly for its edible seeds. It is widely grown in the tropics and subtropics, being important to both small and large commercial producers. As a legume, the peanut belongs to the botanical family and related to both peas and beans.
Peanuts are similar in taste and nutritional profile to tree nuts such as walnuts and almonds, and as a culinary nut are often served in similar ways in Western cuisines. The botanical definition of a "nut" is a fruit whose ovary wall becomes very hard at maturity. Using this criterion, the peanut is not a true nut, but rather a legume. However, for culinary purposes and in common English language usage, peanuts are usually referred to as nuts.
KEY HEALTH BENEFITS
Health benefits of ROASTED PEANUTS