Nutrition facts and Nutritional information of Beans

Bean (фасоль, الفاصوليا) is a commonly accepted term of a large group of plant seeds of the family Fabaceae (Leguminosae) that are used as nutrients since ever

Beans are extremely popular all over the globe because of their nutritional profile and outstanding benefits; regardless of their role in causing flatulence as their nutritional benefits far outweigh the potential side effects.

Beans are high in fibers that play an important role in maintaining a healthy digestive tract by promoting the clearing and cleaning of the digestive tract. They stimulate (through mild irritation) the lining glands of the digestive tract to secrete more liquids while regulating the tonus of the white muscles, thus speeding the process of detoxifying the body from toxins and waste products, because fibers being a product of wood cannot be digested in the human organism (as we lack the enzyme necessary for that).

Beans are effective in lowering cholesterol levels and in controlling blood sugar levels. They are a good source of calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium and several types of vitamin B, including folate that is beneficial for pregnant women and a key component in the formation of red blood cells (RBC). They are also high in antioxidants, and especially black beans that contain enormous amounts of antioxidants that reduce the risk of colon problems.

Beans are a very inexpensive, yet an excellent source of protein (non-animal protein).

For best nutritional benefits, pair beans for an example with a grain such as brown rice, thus creating a compound fully saturated in proteins, and containing all the essential amino acids.

Recommendation

To reduce the possible side effects of beans such as flatulence and gas, soak dry beans overnight in bicarbonate water, following discard the soak water, and rinse well in fresh water before cooking.

Intake

Add cooked beans to chili, tomato soup, or simply use beans to prepare a traditional cowboy cook with tomatoes, potatoes and bull meat. Re-fry beans and serve in whole-wheat tortillas, or eat baked beans on toast.

Verified by: Dr.Diab (June 28, 2017)

Citation: Dr.Diab. (June 28, 2017). Nutrition facts and Nutritional information of Beans. Medcoi Journal of Medicine, 3(2). urn:medcoi:article18245.