Health Benefits of Lentils
The following information states the major nutrients found in lentils. It also reveals
research findings on the health benefits of eating lentils.
The following information states the major nutrients found in lentils. It also reveals
research findings on the health benefits of eating lentils.
Lentils have similar health benefits as common beans. They are a good source of
protein, fiber, and folic acid. They also contain many trace minerals.
Since lentils contain a large amount of fiber, they are effective in lowering cholesterol
and managing blood sugar disorders. Like common beans, the high fiber in lentils
prevents blood sugar levels from rising rapidly after a meal. Studies have shown that
eating beans or lentils two or more times per week was linked with a 24 percent
reduced risk of beast cancer.
References
Nutrient Values (# of calories, fats, vitamins, minerals, and more)
protein, fiber, and folic acid. They also contain many trace minerals.
Since lentils contain a large amount of fiber, they are effective in lowering cholesterol
and managing blood sugar disorders. Like common beans, the high fiber in lentils
prevents blood sugar levels from rising rapidly after a meal. Studies have shown that
eating beans or lentils two or more times per week was linked with a 24 percent
reduced risk of beast cancer.
References
Nutrient Values (# of calories, fats, vitamins, minerals, and more)
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Bell Peppers
Broad Beans
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
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Carrots
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Celery
Chard
Chickpeas
Chilies
Collard Greens
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Cucumbers
Eggplants
Endive
Fava Beans
Fennel
Garlic
Ginger
Green Beans
Greens
Kale
Leeks
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Mushrooms
Mustard Greens
Okra
Olives
Onions
Parsnips
Peas
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