Information On Legumes

Rich in protein, healthy fats, and fiber, peanuts are best enjoyed roasted, steamed, or boiled. However, if you’ve got a big batch of peanuts and …

Hummus….yum! Healthy and nutritious, hummus can pair with so many things like veggies and crackers. While many of us enjoy a dollop of hummus with …

Legumes are a staple in diets all around the world and are often relied upon as relatively cheap and shelf-stable sources of nutrition. They belong …

Coffee is the world’s most popular drink (other than water). As you probably know, coffee is brewed from ground roasted coffee beans. Some of you …

Cashews are a very popular snack just like peanuts, but peanuts are actually a legume and not a nut. So, are cashews legumes or nuts? …

I’ve been learning about the nutritional qualities of different fruits and vegetables and started learning about beans/legumes because many are typically much higher in protein …

I’ve been researching different diet options, and in many legumes/beans and grains are often included and was curious about the difference between them, and what …

Lentils, or lens culinaris, get their name from their curved lens shape. One of the earliest cultivated crops, its use dates back to the Bronze Age …

Canned vs. Dried Canned beans, although convenient, are going to be more expensive than preparing your own. The average cost of canned beans is about …

Legumes are a sustainable, fast-growing food crop of plants from the Fabaceae family, also known as the Leguminosae family. There are over 20,000 species of …

Nutritionally, nuts contain a good amount of protein, vitamins and minerals.  They are typically quite calorie-dense, containing a high amount of vegetable oils and saturated fats. …

Legumes are the edible parts of a Fabaceae plant. The Fabaceae (or Leguminosae) family has over 20,000 varieties and has been cultivated for thousands of …

Releasing gas is a natural part of digestion however you may find yourself releasing a lot more after consuming legumes. Legumes are a high-fiber food, …

Legumes are the fruit and seeds of the Fabaceae family of plants. They are little power-packed bundles of protein, fiber, and have many other beneficial …

Legumes (or pulses) are seeds that grow in pods. Beans, peas, lentils, and peanuts are examples of legumes. This article will consider beans (including green …

Surely you have heard the old jingle about how beans are good for your heart but the more you eat the more you fart. However, …