How many calories are in Peanut butter?

Peanut butter contains 97 calories per 100g serving, with 25g of protein, 20g of carbohydrates, and 52g of fat.

Is Peanut butter good for fat loss?

Peanut butter has a macro efficiency score of 1.00 (scale: 0–1.0). It provides 103% of its calories from protein, making it an excellent choice for fat loss goals.

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Peanut butter.

Metabolic profile analysis. Technical breakdown of Peanut butter and its impact on skeletal muscle retention and daily energy expenditure.

Total Energy97kcal

Bio-Protein25g

Carbohydrates20g

Total Lipids52g

Nutritional Efficiency Report

Peanut butter is a low-calorie food with high-protein content. At 97 kcal per 100g, it delivers 25g of protein — representing 103% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 82% and fats for 482% of calories.

"Efficiency Score 1.00 — this asset ranks in the top tier of the DataFood database for protein delivery per calorie. Optimal for fat loss, lean bulking, and body recomposition phases."

At 20g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

With only 97 kcal per 100g, Peanut butter is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.

Protocol Compatibility

Ketosis Impact

At 20g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.

Thermic Effect (TEF)

Protein content of 25g per 100g triggers a significant Thermic Effect of Food. The body expends approximately 20–30% of protein calories during digestion, yielding a net caloric benefit compared to equivalent fat or carbohydrate sources.

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Institutional Disclaimer: The nutritional data provided for Peanut butter is derived from clinical databases and algorithmic estimation. This report is for metabolic infrastructure planning only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a clinical nutritionist before implementing aggressive deficit protocols.