Expert opinion from Mantwa Radebe
Master of Science (MSc) In Nutrition · 12 years of experience · South Africa
Peanut butter is considered healthy, but some people who are allergic to peanut might experience several symptoms including diarrhea. Peanut butter can cause diarrhea if there was cross-contamination with salmonella during food production.
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Expert opinion from Iyanuoluwa Oyetunji
Master of Science in Medicine, specialization in Human Nutrition · 2 years of experience · South Africa
Peanut butter is made from peanuts which are known to be prone to Aspergillus or Salmonella contamination. If peanut butter is contaminated with Salmonella, it could cause gastroenteritis which may show symptoms including diarrhea. Aspergillus contamination may cause worse symptoms than diarrhea. Peanuts or peanut butter must be handled properly.
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Expert opinion from Faith Seke
PhD, Agronomy and Crop Science (ongoing), Master’s degree, Food Science and Technology · 1 years of experience · South Africa
The gastrocolic response, which accelerates intestinal movement, can be triggered by high fat diets such peanut butter. To put it another way, high-fat foods can make you feel compelled to poop soon after you eat them. If you’ve had your gallbladder removed, this sensation may become even more acute. Salmonella could be present in the peanut butter, causing diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach cramps. Peanut butter should be discarded, according to the company.
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