How to Identify Pure Peanut Butter? 🥜
Peanut butter is a favorite among health-conscious individuals, but not all peanut butter is pure and natural. Many brands add sugar, hydrogenated oils, and preservatives, making them less healthy. So, how can you tell if your peanut butter is pure and natural? Here’s a simple guide to help you identify the healthiest peanut butter!
1. Check the Ingredients List 🧐
The easiest way to identify pure peanut butter is by looking at the ingredients.
✅ Pure Peanut Butter Should Contain:
✔ Only one ingredient – Peanuts (sometimes a pinch of salt)
❌ Avoid Peanut Butter That Contains:
❌ Added sugar (glucose syrup, high fructose corn syrup)
❌ Hydrogenated oils (unhealthy trans fats)
❌ Artificial preservatives & emulsifiers
👉 OWNCHOICE Peanut Butter is made with 100% premium roasted peanuts and contains no added sugar, oils, or preservatives.
2. Oil Separation is a Good Sign! 🛢️
If you see a thin layer of oil on top of your peanut butter, don’t worry! This is a sign that your peanut butter is pure and natural.
✔ Natural peanut butter separates because it has no stabilizers
✔ Just stir it well before use!
❌ Regular peanut butter does not separate because it contains hydrogenated oils, which are unhealthy.
💡 Tip: If peanut butter does not separate but claims to be “natural,” check the ingredients—there might be hidden stabilizers!
3. Taste & Texture: What Does Pure Peanut Butter Feel Like? 😋
✔ Taste: Pure peanut butter has a rich, nutty, slightly roasted flavor—no artificial sweetness.
✔ Texture: It should be slightly grainy due to natural peanut content.
❌ Regular peanut butter is often too smooth and sweet due to added sugar and oils.
4. Check the Nutrition Label 🔍
A pure peanut butter should be high in protein and healthy fats, with no unnecessary additives.
Nutritional Breakdown of Pure Peanut Butter (per 100g):
✔ Protein: 25-30g
✔ Healthy Fats: 45-50g (mostly monounsaturated)
✔ Carbs: 15-20g (naturally occurring)
✔ Sugar: 0g added sugar
💡 Tip: If the sugar content is more than 2-3g per serving, the brand might have added sugar!
5. The Spoon Test 🥄 (Try This at Home!)
Want to test if your peanut butter is pure? Try this simple spoon test:
✅ Take a spoonful of peanut butter and hold it upside down.
✔ If it sticks to the spoon for a few seconds before slowly dropping, it’s pure.
❌ If it drips off easily, it likely contains hydrogenated oils.
6. Packaging Matters – Glass vs. Plastic Jars 🏺
✔ Glass jars preserve the freshness of peanut butter and don’t leach chemicals.
✔ BPA-free plastic jars are a safer option if you prefer lightweight packaging.
👉 OWNCHOICE Peanut Butter is packaged in safe, BPA-free containers, ensuring freshness and quality.
Why Choose Pure Peanut Butter? 🌿
✔ No artificial additives – healthier for daily consumption
✔ Supports weight management – keeps you full longer
✔ Boosts muscle growth – rich in natural protein
✔ Better for heart health – contains healthy fats
Choose OWNCHOICE Peanut Butter – 100% Pure & Natural!
At OWNCHOICE, we believe in providing only the purest and healthiest peanut butter:
✔ Made with 100% roasted peanuts
✔ No added sugar, preservatives, or hydrogenated oils
✔ Rich in protein & healthy fats
📢 Order your jar of OWNCHOICE Peanut Butter today and enjoy pure, natural goodness!