Natural peanut butter is not a source of cholesterol. Cholesterol is found in animal products. Peanut butter is not an animal product. Typical peanut butter does contain a sma â¦ ll amount of partially hydrogenated oils. This should be minimized in your diet if you are concerned about your cardiovascular health.
So, a banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an apple, it has FOUR TIMES the protein, TWICE the carbohydrate, THREE TIMES the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals..
âThose who consume more potassium have a lower risk of stroke,â she says. A medium banana has 102 calories, 17% of recommended daily vitamin C and 3 grams of fiber. It also has 27 grams of carbohydrates (and 14 grams of sugar). âMany of my patients are fearful of this fruit due to its high carbohydrate content,â says Kristin Kirkpatrick, registered dietitian and manager of Wellness Nutrition Services at Cleveland Clinicâs Wellness Institute.