Whether you’re studying for finals or prepping for a long day of classes, peanuts and peanut butter can be an important part of a nutritious eating plan for performance, recovery and well-being.
Cram Session Fuel
Your brain is quite literally running on fumes from that all-nighter, and you deserve better than energy drinks and anxiety. Peanut butter toast hits different because it gets your brain the carbs it’s screaming for, plus 8g protein and good fats to keep you from crashing mid-exam. It’s giving “I actually studied and didn’t just scroll on TikTok.”
Gym Gains
You slayed that workout, but your muscles are begging for help. You’ve got 30 minutes to feed them before they start their villain era. This smoothie tastes like a milkshake but and brings a fun twist in to your post-workout routine. Powdered PB + frozen fruit + milk of your choice = the treat your muscles are yearning for.
Library Life
You’ve been sitting in that library for six hours – your brain needs fuel that won’t have you face-planting into your laptop. Whole grain crackers, apple slices and peanut butter will help give your brain the nutrients it needs to stay sharp, plus the fiber helps keep your gut happy. This combo is perfect for locking in.
Touch Grass Mode
Need to take a sec to recover? Been there. Peanuts are good for you and the planet, with protein than any other nut (7g), and they require significantly less water to grow than any other nut (3.2 gallons to grow one ounce)! Peanut plants also have the ability to improve soil health as they’re nitrogen fixing, which means they take nitrogen from the air and produce their own in the ground, which reduces reliance on synthetic fertilizers. From roots to hull, peanuts are 100% sustainable, making them the perfect companion to touching grass and grounding yourself as America’s favorite nut.
Morning Main Character
Before you start chugging coffee, let’s get a little natural energy in. Oats + peanut butter + honey + your favorite dried fruit make the perfect DIY energy bites with a great balance of carbs, protein and good fats that will keep you going all morning.
Beast Mode Prep
Whether you’re hitting the gym, going for a run, or heading to practice, this classic combo is your go-to. A banana with peanut butter serves up sustained energy and 8g protein while keeping it simple. Respect.
3 AM Thoughts
Sometimes, hunger makes us do things we might regret. You definitely won’t regret mixing Greek yogurt, peanut butter and dark chocolate chips to satisfy your late-night sweet tooth. The fiber will keep you full, and magnesium will help you wind down. It’s giving desert, but wellness-ified.
Game Day
Nothing hits like game day. School spirit takes energy, and you need a snack that can keep up. Mix peanuts, pretzels and raisins for the ultimate portable fuel that will keep you cheering all the way into overtime.
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