Naked Nutrition

Peanut butter has long been a favorite nutritional tool of athletes and bodybuilders as an easy, delicious way to get healthy fat and protein into their diet. But, as hard as it is to admit, peanut butter has a few faults.   For one, peanut butter is surprisingly high in calories and can fairly quickly get out of hand. If you're watching your calories, this can be a pretty sneaky stumbling block.   And most of those calories come from fat, which some people may be uncomfortable with. Granted,...

Peanut butter has been a staple of bodybuilders and athletes for a very long time. In one convenient, delicious package, peanut butter delivers a respectable dose of protein, healthy fat and slow carbs.   But, old school peanut butter is not without its problems. And, over the past few years, a new alternative – powdered peanut butter – has popped up.   What are the advantages of powdered peanut butter vs traditional peanut butter?   Powdering Peanut Butter   To fully understand what makes po...

Many of us grew up eating peanut butter. Mostly roasted peanuts mashed into a butter consistency, the delicious spread is versatile and chock-full of nutrients. However, it does come with some drawbacks.   For one, it can get clumpy when added to specific recipes. Additionally, for those who are trying to limit their fat and calorie intake, peanut butter may not be the best choice.   One newcomer on the peanut butter scene is powdered peanut butter. As common as classic peanut butter is, pean...