Peanut : Science World Report

Dec 08, 2016 05:41 AM EST

A Handful Of Nuts A Day Keeps The Doctor Away

A new study suggests that eating a handful of nuts per day reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer and premature death.

Dec 08, 2016 03:30 AM EST

Little Boy’s Death Gives People Significant Lesson About Food Allergies

Allergies can be fatal if they are not treated immediately and correctly.

Jun 07, 2016 06:40 AM EDT

Hostess Brands Recalls Products Due To Undeclared Ingredient

Hostess Brands has voluntarily recalled some of its products over the possibility of having peanut residue in its line of cakes and doughnuts that were not reflected in the ingredient list.

Feb 23, 2016 07:28 AM EST

The Origin of Peanuts: New Genetic Study Reveals How Humans Cultivated the Food

Where do peanuts come from? Scientists have now traced the roots of the peanut crop back to Bolivia with the help of a "living relic."

Jul 20, 2015 10:21 AM EDT

New Peanut Plant May Create Better Peanut Butter

Peanuts are big business. And now, scientists are taking a closer look at how to make them better for peanut butter and other peanut products.

Mar 03, 2015 07:20 AM EST

Want to Improve Your Heart Health? Go Nuts--Peanuts, That Is

As long as you're not allergic, you may want to consider adding peanuts to your diet. Scientists have found that eating peanuts may be a simple way to lower your risk of dying from a heart attack.

Oct 01, 2014 07:49 AM EDT

A Peanut That Won't Cause an Allergic Reaction

Peanuts can cause severe allergic reactions in some individuals, but could we be close to creating an allergen-free peanut? Scientists have moved closer to this goal by removing 80 percent of allergens in whole peanuts.

Feb 01, 2014 03:04 PM EST