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Beans are one of the earliest summer vegetables of the legume family. Its health benefits are not small, but it cannot be compared to green beans, for example. However, it deserves attention.

Nutritional value

In addition to taste, it is rich in protein and fiber. 100 grams of beans contain 62 calories, 10.1 grams of carbohydrates, of which 3.6 grams of fiber and 4.8 grams of protein. It also contains 73 milligrams of phosphorus and 193 milligrams of potassium. The vitamins with high concentration in beans are B9 and C.

Health benefits

Vegetables contain an amino acid known as L-Dopa, which stimulates the production of dopamine, a chemical used to treat Parkinson's.

• Improves immunity

Vitamin C stimulates the production of white blood cells and supports cell function. It also improves the immune system and helps fight disease.

• Prevention of anemia

Anemia is a disease caused by low hemoglobin and red blood cells. This leads to poor brain function and reduced immunity. It is estimated that half of the cases of anemia are caused by low levels of iron in the blood, and the others are due to genetic factors. Beans provide 1.5 milligrams of iron, which helps treat and prevent anemia.

• Prevention against some types of cancer

Cancer damages the structure of DNA. Because vitamin B9 helps DNA reproduce, it prevents damage and helps repair damaged cells. The small amount of vitamin B9 is associated with a higher risk of developing breast cancer, brain tumors, cervical cancer, colon cancer and lung cancer. Because beans provide a sufficient amount of the vitamin, it should be present in your diet.

• Eliminates free radicals

Manganese provides antioxidant properties, thanks to which it removes free radicals from the human body, damaging cells, leading to cancer and other diseases. The inclusion in the menu of healthy foods rich in manganese helps prevent the development of various diseases.

• Prevents the onset of osteoporosis

Manganese helps treat osteoporosis as it improves bone density.

• Improves sleep

Evidence shows that tryptophan promotes sleep and promotes overall health. Lack of sleep reduces concentration, memory, leads to depression, weight gain, muscle pain and more. Tryptophan is helpful for problems related to insomnia or sleep apnea.

• Supports eye health

Studies show that thiamine has the ability to prevent eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.

• Prevents tooth decay

Phosphorus, which is contained in beans, helps maintain the health of gums and teeth. Vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus are essential for healthy teeth. The maintenance of tooth enamel depends mainly on the mineral density of the jawbone. These vitamins and minerals help treat tooth decay. Vitamin D and phosphorus are extremely important for the absorption of calcium in the body.

• Reduces the risk of stroke

Studies show that people who eat more foods rich in vitamin C and have high levels of this vitamin in their blood reduce the risk of stroke by 42%.

Contraindications

People with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD deficiency) should avoid consuming beans, and some of them need to drastically limit their intake of raw beans.

Those taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors should also avoid beans because they contain tyramine.

Symptoms that may occur with the consumption of legumes are dizziness, blood in the urine, jaundice and vomiting.