Food Nutrition in Beans
Beans and legumes are a great
source of soluble fiber, a useful source of vegetarian protein and a good
source of energy. They are also good sources of phytochemicals and phytoestrogens
- bioactive compounds like isoflavones which may protect against breast
cancer.
Energy in Beans And Legumes
The calorie content of beans
and legumes varies according to type. For example, garbanzo beans contain
about 45 calories per 100 grams, while kidney beans contain about 125
calories per 100 grams.
Nutrients in Beans And Legumes
Dry beans are one of the
richest plant sources of protein (6-12 percent protein by cooked weight),
are high in carbohydrates especially dietary fiber and typically low in
fat.
Vitamins in Beans And Legumes
Beans and legumes are a useful
source of folate. Some types contain Vitamin A.
Minerals in Beans And Legumes
Beans and legumes are typically
useful sources of non-heme iron, potassium, selenium and zinc.
Glycemic Index (GI) Value
For Beans And Legumes
Beans and legumes have a
low GI value.
Most Nutritious Types of
Beans And Legumes
All dried beans, lentils
and peas play a valuable part in any healthy diet. They are good for the
heart, circulation, blood pressure and improve bowel function and digestion.
Nutrition in Beans, Legumes,
Peas
Beans
Adzuki Beans
Baby Lima Beans
Baked Beans
Baked Beans, Home-Made
Baked Beans with Pork
Baked Beans with
Franks
Barbecue Beans
Beansprouts
Black Beans
Black-Eyed Beans
Boston Baked Beans
Broad Beans
Butter Beans
Cajun Beans
Chili Beans
Fava Beans
Great Northern Beans
Haricot Beans
Kidney Beans (canned)
Kidney Beans (dry)
Lima Beans (dry)
Lima Beans (cooked)
Mung Beans
Navy Beans
New England Beans
Pink Beans
Pinto Beans
Red Beans
Red Kidney Beans (dry)
Red Kidney Beans
(canned)
Refried Beans
Snap Beans
Soy Beans
Split Peas
Texas Style Beans
White Beans
Yellow Beans
Lentils
Lentils
Brown Lentils (dry)
Brown Lentils (cooked)
Green Lentils (dry)
Green Lentils (cooked)
Red Lentils (dry)
Red Lentils (cooked)
Weight Control, Exercise
and Nutrition
Some people who want to lose
weight make the mistake of focusing exclusively on calorie-intake and
counting calories. Although keeping track of energy intake is vital, energy
expenditure is also important. So too is diet nutrition, because when
we maintain a healthy body and metabolism, we burn calories faster. In
short, if you want to lose weight, make sure you eat a healthy diet in
order to obtain all your necessary nutrients.
More Information About
Calories and Energy Expenditure
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Calories Burned By Exercise
Calories in Foods
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