Why to Add Black Beans to Your Grocery List?
Black
beans also known as turtle beans are classified as legumes. Black beans are
grown in large quantities in the state of Uttarakhand and are prized for the high protein and fiber
content they have. Besides, fiber and protein, black beans also contain several
other key vitamins and minerals and thus contribute to human health. People
of Uttarakhand enjoy various recipe of black beans, and it is consumed largely
in winter season. Here we will discuss the nutritional profile of black bean and its health benefits. We will
tell you how the people residing in Devbhoomi incorporate black beans into their
diet and how you can add them to your diet.
Black
beans are a great source of protein, as well as they contain saponins and
quercetin that protect heart. Let’s take a look at all the potential health
benefits of black beans:
1. Lowers Blood Pressure
Black
beans are low in sodium and contain calcium, potassium and manganese, thus help
to maintain blood pressure at a normal level.
2.
Strengthens Bones
Black
beans are rich in zinc, iron, calcium, phosphorous, copper and manganese, all
of these contribute in strengthening bones, as well as building the bone
structure. These nutrients are roughly stored in the bone thus our body has to
get these nutrients through diet.
Phosphorous
and Calcium contribute to bone structure, while zinc and iron contribute in
maintaining the bone strength and elasticity of bone and joints.
3.
Protect against Heart Disease
Black
beans are rich in Saponins and quercetin which are known to support heart
health. Apart from that, black beans contain vitamin B6, fiber, folate,
potassium and phytonutrient that contribute to maintaining heart health or
offer cardio protection.
4. Diabetes
Management
Black
beans contain high amount of fiber and are a great food for type 1 diabetes
people. Research has also proved that person with diabetes shall have high
fiber diet for managing diabetes. Please take advice of doctor before you start
consuming black beans, as the quantity to be consumed varies with the levels of
diabetes.
5.
Improves
Digestion
As
black beans are high in fiber content, they help manage healthy digestion.
6.
Prevents Cancer
Black
beans are rich in Selenium, which prevents inflammation and tumor cell growth.
Saponins found in black beans prevent multiplication of cancer cells.
7.
Weight Loss
High
fiber foods gives a sense of fullness, black beans is rich in fiber, which help
reduce your appetite, and helps reduce weight.
Wrapping It Up
Black
beans come with bundle of health benefits, many of which are discussed above. So,
why one will not add them to their grocery list. If you are wondering from
where to buy the black beans, get the purest form of
black beans from the Devbhoomi. There are many traditional recipes from Uttarakhand that you can make using black beans, I would share some with you. stay tuned!
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