Broad beans Nutritional Benefits:
Broad beans or otherwise known as Fava beans and also called by various
names such as bell beans, faba beans, etc and belongs the family group
of Fabaceae legume plants. Broad beans are mostly favored by the people
of Southwest Asia, Europe, America, Africa and other regions of the
world including India for its nutritious value and health benefits.
Broad beans are cultivated as commercial crop all over the world and it
is mostly available during the season of June to September. Broad beans
plants grow up to 6 feet with straight stem and possess pink white
flowers, and out of which light green pods are developed that contains
six to ten broad beans, which may be irregular in size and shape.
Broad beans are rich source for proteins, carbohydrates, fatty acids
and provide low calorific value. In addition to these, broad beans
consist of Vitamins namely, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Vitamin A,
Vitamin K, betaine, choline, folate, Vitamin B6, pantothenic acid,
Riboflavin, Niacin, thiamin, Vitamin B12, retinol, beta carotene, Omega
6 and Omega 3 fatty acids, dietary fiber, and minerals namely,
phosphorous, Sodium, Copper, Selenium, iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc
and potassium, all contribute to promote good health and prevents
various ailments.
Broad beans nutritional benefits and health benefits are; L – Dopa
or dopamine an amino acid found in broad beans improves neurons
function and as such it boosts the health of brain. As it is very low
in cholesterol and provides fewer calories, it is considered as one of
the best available vegetable for hypertension and diabetic patients.
Due to the presence of high content of dietary fiber, Broad beans or
Fava beans improves metabolism and digestion, regulates bowel movement
and as such prevents constipation. The Calcium and Phosphorous found
broad beans cater to the health of bones and bone density and
facilitates the good absorption of vitamins by the body.
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