Coconut butter is a creamy, tropical spread that's packed with healthy fats, but is it better than peanut butter? Below, I'll cover their different ingredients, consistencies, uses, benefits, and more to help you make the best decision. Let's go! Comparing coconut butter vs peanut butter Coconut butterPeanut butterReduced-fat peanut butter (Jif brand)TasteRich, coconutty, slightly sweetNutty, slightly sweetMild [...]

Watermelon seed butter is one of the most unique seed butters out there! Yes, you heard me right - watermelon seed butter! It might sound unusual, but trust me, it's a real thing, and it's worth exploring. Let’s see how it compares to the classic peanut butter. Comparing watermelon seed butter vs peanut butter Watermelon seed butterPeanut butterReduced-fat peanut butter (Jif brand)TasteMild, earthy (similar to [...]

Granola butter combines the goodness of granola with the creamy texture of nut butter! But is it like peanut butter? Possibly better? Let's compare these two spreads to find out... Comparing granola butter vs peanut butter Granola butterPeanut butterReduced-fat peanut butter (Jif brand)TasteToasty, roasted (like granola or a graham cracker)Nutty, slightly sweetMild peanut flavor, slightly sweetTextureCreamy, slightly [...]

Peanut butter is a classic favorite, but pistachio butter is a new and exciting discovery for me. In this article, I'll be comparing these two spreads, where they come from, why they're good for you, and all the yummy ways you can use them! Comparing pistachio butter vs peanut butter Pistachio butterPeanut butterReduced-fat peanut butter (Jif brand)TasteNutty, earthy, slightly sweetNutty, slightly sweetMild peanut [...]

When it comes to managing digestive health, we know that fiber is important. But, there are times when limiting our fiber intake could be necessary. For instance, if you are recovering from diarrhea, adopting a low-fiber diet (also called a low-residue diet) can help reduce the quantity of undigested food passing through your bowels, resulting in a smaller amount of stool. In specific scenarios, such as post-surgery or during [...]

Cooking fats and oils are not high in fiber at all. In fact, none of them contain any fiber, not even avocado and coconut oil, which are both made from high-fiber fruits! However, oil still may play a role in digestive health. Let’s look a little more at fiber, why it isn’t in fat, and what you can do instead to increase fiber in your diet.  What Is Fiber Exactly? Dietary fiber is basically the indigestible parts [...]