Monday, October 24, 2011

BEAN POWER

Beans, also called legumes, are inexpensive and quite filling. The U.S. Dietary Guidelines recommend eating them several times each week.
Red, black, pinto, or kidney beans all pack a nutritional punch.
One-third cup of cooked beans has only 80 calories, no cholesterol, lots of complex carbohydrates, and little fat. They are also a great source of protein, full of B vitamins, potassium, and fiber. Experts believe that eating beans may reduce blood cholesterol, a leading cause of heart disease.



Source:  U.S. Dietary Guidelines

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