New research finds peanut butter consumption builds muscle power in older adults
A six-month study found that consuming 43 grams of peanut butter daily significantly increased muscle power in older adults. This improvement enables them to perform daily activities like stair climbing and rising from a chair more efficiently.
SourceThe Peanut Institute·JournalJournal of Cachexia Sarcopenia and Muscle·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateFeb 24, 2026