Wednesday 27 March 2013

HEALTH BENEFITS OF CHICKPEAS

(Garbanzo beans/Safed Chana)

  • Garbanzo beans are a good source of dietary protein.
  • Garbanzo beans are a high source of dietary fiber
  • Chickpeas are a source of non-heme iron.
  • Chickpeas are a rich source of Folic acid 
  • Chickpeas contain the mineral magnesium.Magnesium actively promotes the health of Heart.
  • Its use significantly reduce both total and LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels. 
  • High fiber content in the chickpeas prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, making these beans an especially good choice for individuals with diabetes, insulin resistance or hypoglycemia.

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