My mission is to guide others to become more educated and aware of how to navigate their health issues.
Louisa Paine, RDN is a registered dietitian with ZOE.
The macro-, micro- and phytonutrients in beans synergistically contribute to their positive effect on longevity.
Heres how that breaks down:
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Beans are high in fiber
This quality impacts weight management through a variety of mechanisms, says Martin.
This means it serves as food for beneficial gut bacteria, encouraging their production of short-chain fatty acids.
registered dietitian based in Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
This may be one of the mechanisms that makes beans so healthy and good for longevity, she adds.
Theresistant starchin beans can help keep regulate blood sugar spikes.
This is an especially important attribute of beans for people who have diabetes, saysKimberley Rose-Francis, RDN.
This means that the longest-living populations tend to enjoy a lot of beans and reap their protective benefits.
Health benefits of dried vs. canned beans
Nothing beats the convenience of canned beans.
A pressure cooker can also be a great way to cook beans, says Gutschow.
Aside from added salt, theres no one kind of bean that promotes significant health benefits over others.
Like so much else in life, variety is the spice when it comes to enjoying them.
Its ideal to feed your microbiome a variety of plants, including different types of beans, says Paine.
registered dietitian based in Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
How to eat more beans
The serving size for beans is 1/2 cup, says Martin.
Rinsing is especially helpful for those who have IBS and may have trouble tolerating beans, says Martin.
Besides cooking your own dried beans, here are seven healthy bean products to try.
Lupii, Vegan Protein Bars Variety Pack $35.00
A protein bar made with beans?
We know, we knowit sounds like an odd combination.
Were sold on these no-added-sugar bars for a snack or even an on-the-go breakfast.
Amp up the flavor with Ayos habanero-based pepper sauce.
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