TWO Problems with peanuts and possibly the increase in anaphylactic peanut allergies.
- Peanuts are prone to harboring molds, since they grow at the same level as mold, most notably the carcinogenic mold aflatoxin.
- Peanuts also have a tendency to accumulate pesticide residues from surrounding soil and become concentrated sources of toxic pesticides.
I suggest avoiding peanuts in all forms, but all other nuts are okay to consume.