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The richness of protein in legumes is so extensive, that a single article would be insufficient to tell their benefits. Today we will focus on describing, in part, the favors asked of the heart, kidney beans, chickpeas and lentils, typical of a basic food basket.

Beans, for example, we find great variety. Cargamanto pink and white, red ball, sabanero, radical, caraota, haze, nima, etc., all with a great taste.

These, in addition to fiber, they contain b-complex and magnesium. The first supplies of energy to our body, bringing it to withstand the daily activities that involve physical exertion. The second, which has more than 350 functions in the body, it acts on the muscles (the heart is a muscle), making work properly. It can help to maintain a constant heartbeat of this important organ!

Beans are low in fat, and which have, it is healthy: 1.5% to 6.2% lipid and between 14-33 grams of protein per 100 grams of product. Its low glycemic index, the more conducive to the diets of diabetics.

The Spanish Foundation for the Heart ensures that legumes, such as lentils, are converted at a dose of medicine for the cardiovascular system. “A diet rich in these not only reduced by 14%, the risk of myocardial infarction and angina; it also helps to improve the general state of health by lowering significantly the levels of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol)”.

Lentils, like beans, have antioxidants (polyphenols, phytosterols or isoflavones), which protect the endothelium and, therefore, prevent the development of cardiovascular conditions.

Chickpeas are rich in protein, starch and lipids, even more so than other legumes. They are abundant, especially in oleic and linoleic acids and unsaturated, do not contain cholesterol. This is crucial for heart health, as it prevents the clogging and hardening of the veins and arteries of the system.

The chickpeas are not as digestive as lentils, but they do have a nutritional chart more complete than these. Potassium, fiber, vitamin C and B-6 are highlighted, on the other.

Eat and protects all your organs. Regardless of the activity that you are involved in, leave benefits for your body.

Nutritional counseling

Professionals in nutrition Parks Health in Manizales, Dosquebradas, Cali and Anolaima will be able to advise you on the diet that suits you. Calls to the hotlines (606)3307104 – 3136852026 – 3106271742 / 3105001254 and secures your appointment.

If you wish to purchase the proteins Vedana, made with lentils, chickpeas, quinoa, and other nutritional products, contact the 313 6852026.

* With data www.aarp.org, www.recetasgratis.net and es.wikipedia.org

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Other minerals such as calcium, iron and zinc are found in legumes. The lentils usually prepare in soups and serve as a nutritional substitute in vegetarian diets. Experts suggest their consumption of 2 to 4 times a week.

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The beans are ideal for diabetics. Check with your doctor about how to get the best out of the beans.