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Peanuts scan
AMBER
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Direct answer: Under the DietVox Weight Loss profile, Peanuts is currently AMBER for the plain prepared Peanuts serving described here. A single food does not determine weight change; portions and the whole eating pattern matter. General dietary context is available from NHS healthy-eating guidance for weight loss.
Rating boundary
Use the exact version shown here. Cuts, brands, cooking methods, breading, marinades, sauces and accompaniments change the finished food. Count oils, breading, sauces and side dishes.
Imported profile details
- The imported identity for Peanuts uses the category protein, with the subtype “Nuts”.
- The catalogue associates this food with the reference name Arachis hypogaea.
- DietVox retains USDA FoodData Central as the general composition source, while the exact source ID still requires data review.
All four DietVox results
The four-profile combination is: Acid Reflux—GREEN; Low Sugar—GREEN; Weight Loss—AMBER; Balanced Eating—AMBER. None is a diagnosis. These are DietVox comparison labels, not physiological claims. Protocol context: NHS healthy-eating guidance for weight loss.
Comparison options
Compare the rating above with these related foods:
- Pistachios — nutrition and all four ratings
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Source scope and editorial status
DietVox Editorial last checked NHS healthy-eating guidance for weight loss and USDA FoodData Central on 28 July 2026. This article has not been medically reviewed; an individual result is not implied.
Nutrition data provenance: DietVox matched the imported per-100g profile to USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 172430, Peanuts, all types, raw. Checked 28 July 2026.
How It Works
The Peanuts result reflects a reference food form and the Weight Loss protocol. It does not depend on a food-specific physiological claim; see NHS healthy-eating guidance for weight loss.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good portion size for peanuts when trying to lose weight?
There is no universal peanut portion for weight loss. The reference profile can compare a serving, but 28–30 g is not a prescription or outcome guarantee.
Are roasted and salted peanuts as good for weight loss as raw peanuts?
Raw, roasted and salted peanut products vary by label and preparation. No form is universally better for weight loss; compare the actual product and serving.
Will eating peanut butter make me gain weight?
Peanut-butter products and servings vary. No product or one- to two-tablespoon portion is proven to support weight loss or fullness; compare the actual label and complete meal.
How do peanuts help with hunger on a diet?
The reference profile lists peanut protein and fibre per 100 g, but no food establishes a hunger, fullness or calorie-intake outcome.

