Founded in 1906 by Amerea Obici and Mario Perruzi, the Planters Peanut Company began selling a variety of peanut formulations in the 1960s and 1970s. A serving size of Planters Regular Dry Roasted Peanuts is 1 oz., or about 100 peanuts, containing 160 calories. The nutritional value of Planters Peanuts is based on the 2,000 calorie per day recommendation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Fat
Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts contains 14 g of total fat, 2 g of which is saturated and 7 g monounsaturated. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, or USDA, fat should be limited to less than 65 g per day. Saturated fats, found primarily in dairy and meat products, can raise cholesterol levels, resulting in increased risk of heart disease. Monounsaturated fats are found in certain oils and fish and may help to lower your cholesterol levels, according to the American Heart Association.
Cholesterol
A serving of Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts contains no cholesterol. The FDA recommends consuming less than 300 mg of cholesterol per day. Cholesterol is made by the body and obtained from food, primarily meats. Elevated levels of cholesterol increase your risk for heart disease and stroke.
Sodium
A serving of Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts contains 190 mg of sodium. Sodium is used as a preservative and to add flavor to foods. The American Heart Association recommends consumption of less than 1,500 mg of sodium per day. Elevated sodium levels can lead to high blood pressure and its deleterious effects on the body.
Carbohydrates
A single serving of Planters Dry Roasted Peanuts contains 5 g of total carbohydrates, or 2 percent of the daily recommended intake. Sugar accounts for 2 g and dietary fiber for 2 g. Your total carbohydrate intake should be at least 300 g per day. The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends 25 g of fiber for gastrointestinal health.
Protein
A serving of Planters Regular Dry Roasted Peanuts contains 7 g of protein. Protein is used by the body to make amino acids. These amino acids are the building blocks of cells and tissues. The proteins from food are used to replenish other proteins in the body. The USDA recommends that 10 to 35 percent of your daily intake of calories come from proteins. Most Americans, through their diet, are already consuming adequate amounts.
Additional Nutrients
Planters peanuts provide only 2 percent of your daily intake of calcium and 8 percent of your daily iron. According to the USDA, you should get 1,000 mg of calcium and 18 mg of iron per day.
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