In folk tales of many peoples of the world, they talk about unusually strong and healthy children born from beans or peas. What is there in the bean that it is so unanimously glorified everywhere? This is undoubtedly a healthy and tasty vegetable.

Benefit and harm

Seafarers brought beans to our latitudes 500 years ago, and before that time they grew in South America. Local natives taught Europeans how to cook and grow it. And during long voyages, this simple product saved more than one hundred lives. And white beans, the benefits and harms of which have long been known, are the most delicious of all varieties.

Benefit

It is a dietary and medicinal product, it is used for the prevention of many diseases.

• good for bones

It has a lot of calcium and protein, which can replace the animal.

• boosts immunity

Due to the large number of amino acids, the body's resistance to various infections improves.

Helps to recuperate after illness

• beneficial for the heart and blood vessels

Beans contain a whole complex of vitamin B. This complex nourishes the heart muscle, significantly reduces the risk of developing heart disease, and prevents coronary insufficiency.

White beans contain a large amount of fat-soluble acids, which are necessary for better blood circulation.

it is indispensable for people with hypertension, with heart rhythm disturbances, and prevents atherosclerosis from developing.

• recommended for diabetes

Infusions and decoctions of white beans reduce blood glucose levels, regulate sugar levels.

• it is a great antioxidant

Beans contain a large amount of vitamin E and C, which remove free radicals from the body, increase hemoglobin. Beans contain iron, which gives you an extra boost of energy.

• essential for the kidneys

White beans have a diuretic effect, relieve swelling of any etiology, and help the bladder work.

• she is satisfying

It can be used in dietary nutrition for weight loss - one serving saturates and does not allow you to feel hungry for a long time. It contains a large amount of fiber, which regulates bowel function.

In addition, it is allowed in sports and geriatric nutrition. It is also recommended in the nutrition of schoolchildren.

Cosmetology

In addition to cooking, white beans have been used as a cosmetic product. Cosmetologists explain why white beans are good for the skin and advise making masks with them, especially in winter.

• powder

Dry beans were ground and applied to the body as whitewash and powder.

• mask

With cracks and damage to the skin, mashed beans were applied and left until it dries. The same mixture is applied to the skin with severe chapping and chicks. It can be done several times a week.

Harm

Harm from the use of beans is practically absent. Some people are afraid to use it because of possible bloating or flatulence.

This can be easily avoided by using a variety of spices, they will prevent both bloating and flatulence. And with hot spices, there will be no heaviness in the stomach.

Contraindications

Bean contraindications can only apply to age - children under 3 years of age.

Similarly, beans should not be eaten raw - this can cause poisoning.

People with ulcers, colitis, gastritis.

Compound

Since raw beans are usually not eaten, they are boiled or stewed. She has a complex and rich composition.

Vitamins and minerals	100g
Vitamin B1, thiamine	0.5 mg
Vitamin B2, riboflavin	0.18 mg
Vitamin B5, pantothenic	1.2 mg
Vitamin B6, pyridoxine	0.9 mg
Vitamin B9, folate	90 mcg
Vitamin E, alpha tocopherol, TE	0.6 mg
Vitamin PP, NE	6.4 mg
Niacin	2.1 mg
Macronutrients
Potassium, K	1100 mg
Calcium Ca	150 mg
Silicon, Si	92 mg
Magnesium	103 mg
Sodium, Na	40 mg
Sulfur, S	159 mg
Phosphorus, Ph	480 mg
Chlorine, Cl	58 mg
trace elements
Aluminium, Al	640 mcg
Bor, B	490 mcg
Vanadium, V	190 mcg
Iron, Fe	5.9 mg
Iodine, I	12.1 mcg
cobalt, co	18.7 mcg
Manganese, Mn	1.34 mg
Copper, Cu	580 mcg
Molybdenum, Mo	39.4 mcg
Nickel, Ni	173.2 mcg
Selenium, Se	24.9 mcg
Titanium, Ti	150 mcg
Fluorine, F	44 mcg
Chrome, Cr	10 mcg
Zinc, Zn	3.21 mg

Boiled white beans are a very high-calorie product - 100 grams contain about 300 kilocalories.

Beans during pregnancy and lactation

Due to its unique composition, beans are recommended for women during pregnancy. This vegetable is especially useful for women's health at any time, especially those components that it contains have a positive effect on the heart, liver, kidneys, and serve as good nutrition for the smooth muscles of a woman. At the same time, they, through the placenta, getting into the blood of the child, strengthen his nervous system. The omega acids present in beans nourish the baby's brain. Vitamin E present in beans helps in maintaining pregnancy. The same can be said about selenium and zinc.

The only thing that can be recommended to the expectant mother is not to abuse bean dishes, otherwise bloating and increased flatulence are possible. But white beans provide such beneficial properties that such minor annoyances can be neglected.

When feeding a baby, there are no categorical contraindications; beans do not cause allergic reactions. But due to the large amount of beans in the diet of the mother, the child may experience colic. So during this period, you should be careful with bean dishes or refrain from them.

How to cook

This is an amazing product - many different dishes are prepared from it. With any cooking method, white beans must first be boiled. If it is dry, it is soaked for several hours, this can also be done overnight.

• It is put in all sorts of soups and salads.
• Beans can be pickled
• They make stuffing for pies with it
• used in vegetable stews
• They make a wonderful puree from it, which can then be mixed with potato
• It is stuffed with nalistniki and dumplings
• It makes amazing desserts.
• Beans can replace the bun in cutlets
• You can make marmalade from white beans
• Boiled white beans are placed in the dough, with it very tender and crumbly pastries are obtained.

Yes, and just boiled white beans with butter is suitable as a wonderful side dish.

What is combined with

White beans can serve as a side dish for any meat and vegetable dishes.

Worse combine the tastes of beans and fish.

It goes well with mushroom sauces.

How to choose

It is necessary to pay attention to several points.

1. Beans must be fresh, new harvest. If it has been stored for several years, then the grains themselves will be very hard, and there will be less useful substances in them. See that the beans are not shriveled. Try pouring a handful of beans - at the same time they should not knock against each other, the sound should turn out to be deaf.
2. Beans choose smooth and shiny.
3. It should be clean, without traces of cobwebs. Choose grains that are smooth, without black dots and traces of moths.
4. It should have a slight pleasant smell.
5. Try removing the skin from one bean - it should come off easily.

When choosing canned beans, you need to pay attention to the following facts:

1. Expiration date - it should not be more than 2 years.
2. Ingredients - only beans, salt, sugar, water.
3. The jar itself must be whole and clean.

How to store

Beans become infected with beetle larvae while still growing and harvesting. It is impossible to distinguish them in fresh grains, they begin to hatch and spoil your beans somewhere in the middle of winter.

You can get rid of this misfortune thermally.

• to freeze

Hold the collected beans for some time in the freezer. Beetle larvae do not develop at low temperatures. It can also be stored long enough in an airtight container on the balcony if the temperature

• warm up

Dry for 10-15 minutes in a hot oven. At this temperature, the beetle larvae die. This method will not affect the properties of the beans, but it will no longer be possible to use it as planting material for the next year.

• with garlic

Put chopped garlic in a jar of beans, close the jar tightly. The larvae cannot stand the smell of essential oils of garlic, in such conditions they do not develop. With this method, you need to renew the garlic once a month, or simply add new chopped cloves.

Beans are native to South America and India. In Russia, beans appeared only three centuries ago - that is, they were there before, but only in the 18th century did the fashion come to us from France to eat beans. Therefore, for a long time it was called so - French beans. By the way, Napoleon Bonaparte himself admired the properties of beans, claiming that it gives the body a lot of strength, and is also good for the brain. Was the commander right? To answer this question, we will study the composition and properties of white beans.

What is rich in white beans: useful properties of the product

First of all, beans are known as a source of vegetable and, what is valuable, easily digestible protein. Having in its composition such amino acids as arginine, methionine, lysine, tyrosine, tryptophan and histidine, bean protein is closest to the animal, so bean dishes satisfy hunger and saturate with energy for a long time. Any vegetarian will confirm: beans are a great alternative to meat and fish. At the same time, there is very little fat in the beans, and there is no cholesterol at all. There are also few carbohydrates in it, and they are processed for a long time, during which a person will feel full.

White beans are rich in nutrients

But the point is not only in nutritional value - one small, nondescript-looking bean can be compared with a miracle capsule, where there is everything a person needs for normal life. Ideally balanced composition includes almost a full range of vitamins and minerals. Therefore, bean dishes are a companion of almost any diet: these beans successfully replace many other products, and the rich composition of beans makes them an indispensable tool in the fight against a variety of diseases. Each type and variety of beans is useful for the body in its own way.

White beans are high in calcium, magnesium and fluorine and therefore have a beneficial effect on the condition of the musculoskeletal system and teeth. Also, white beans contain a lot of zinc, copper and iron, which improve metabolism and digestion, normalize the functioning of the nervous system, and increase immunity. Deficiency of copper and zinc adversely affects the condition of the skin and hair. Zinc at the same time is essential for the proper functioning of the reproductive system, and copper and iron - for blood circulation. There is also iodine in white beans, which is responsible for the functioning of the thyroid gland, as well as potassium, which regulates water-salt metabolism. In addition, it contains many vitamins of groups B, C, E and PP.

How to apply and for what diseases it helps

It is not the 18th century in the yard, and everyone knows about the use of bean seeds for food. By the way, it is better to soak and cook white beans yourself, rather than buy canned ones, since some of the useful elements are lost during the preservation process. But few people know that not only the seeds themselves will bring invaluable help, but also the so-called bean flaps - they are also pericarp, pods or husks.

This is what dried beans look like

So, with what diseases and how does white bean help?

Diseases of the cardiovascular system.

With hypertension, arrhythmias, atherosclerosis, white beans are useful to eat because of the high content of magnesium and iron in them, which strengthen the heart muscle and improve blood composition, as well as folic acid, which reduces the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and vascular diseases. And from the wings of beans, you can prepare a “heart decoction”: pour 4 tablespoons of the leaves with 2 cups of boiling water, leave for 2 hours. Take for a month 3 times a day for ½ cup before meals. For the treatment of atherosclerosis, the following remedy is taken as an adjunctive therapy: 3 tablespoons of bean leaves are poured into 750 ml of water, brought to a boil and boiled for another 15 minutes. The broth is filtered and diluted with purified water to the original volume. Drink should be taken 3 times a day on an empty stomach, 150 ml. The minimum course of admission is 1 month.

White beans normalize the production of gastric juice, so it must be included in the menu for those who suffer from reduced pancreatic secretion.

Rheumatism.

With exacerbations of rheumatism, you can prepare a decoction of white beans: pour 1 tablespoon of seeds with 1 glass of water and heat in a water bath for 1 hour. Cool, strain and take 2 tablespoons 4 times a day after meals. There is also a recipe for a decoction of white bean leaves: the pods are brewed with boiling water, boiled for 2-3 hours over low heat, filtered and drunk 3 times a day.

Diseases of the genitourinary system.

Beans are a mild diuretic, normalizes the functioning of the kidneys, effectively eliminates edema, promotes the dissolution of stones. In case of inflammation of the bladder, take the beans in the amount of 3 tablespoons, add ½ liter of boiling water. Cook for 15-20 minutes, remove from heat, leave alone for 3 hours. Then we filter and take ½ cup 3-4 times a day on an empty stomach. With kidney stones, the bean leaves are poured with water in a ratio of 1:10, boiled for 1-2 hours, then the broth must be filtered and cooled. Drink ½ cup of the drink 3 times a day before meals. You can also prepare a decoction by grinding in a coffee grinder 3 parts of bean leaves and 2 parts of yarrow, St. John's wort, blackthorn flowers, blueberry leaves and horsetail. Pour 1 tablespoon of the mixture with 1 glass of cold water, leave to infuse overnight. Then bring the infusion to a boil and strain. Take 2 times a day for 1 glass for 10 days.

Pancreatitis.

With inflammation of the pancreas, traditional medicine advises taking such a decoction of bean leaves. Pour ½ liter of boiling water 2 tablespoons of husks, insist 6-7 hours, drink ½ cup 30 minutes before each meal.

Colds.

Due to the high content of iron and vitamins in the composition of beans, this product must be included in the diet in the treatment and prevention of colds - white beans will help the body fight infection, enhancing its protective functions and overall resistance.

Ulcers, eczema.

White beans, which contain a lot of sulfur, are also used externally to treat skin diseases. The seeds are ground in a coffee grinder. The resulting powder is applied to areas prone to disease.

Prevention of cancer.

Beans are rich in antioxidants that help the body get rid of toxins. Eating 100 g of white beans a day reduces the likelihood of malignant tumors.

Diabetes.

As we have said, the hallmark of white beans is their low glycemic index, so eating the seeds helps to avoid sudden spikes in sugar and insulin. With prolonged use, the work of the pancreas is stabilized. In addition, an amino acid called arginine, which is part of the composition, is similar in its action to insulin: arginine promotes the production of urea and lowers blood glucose levels. And white beans also stimulate metabolism, strengthen blood vessels and ensure stable functioning of the heart muscle, which is also very important for diabetics. Therefore, white beans will be useful in both type 1 and type 2 diabetes as a means of preventing and preventing complications.

In addition to eating seeds, it is useful to take the following decoction: 20 g of bean leaves are brewed with 1 liter of boiling water and boiled for half an hour over low heat. The broth is filtered and drunk for 2 days in small portions. The course of admission is 20 days. You can also use blueberry leaves for this recipe by mixing them with amniotic fluid in equal proportions.

For weight loss

Due to their low calorie content (about 100 kcal per 100 g of product), low carbohydrate content and high concentration of protein and fiber, white beans are a favorite product for those who want to lose weight: “French beans” help keep appetite under control and at the same time not feel hungry and exhausted. In particular, beans are widely used in the popular protein diet. Moreover, biologists have proven that the substances contained in beans contribute to increased production of a hormone that stops hunger and speeds up metabolism - cholecystokinin.

Nutritionists often include white beans in their diet.

Due to the low glycemic index, beans provide a large amount of energy for a long time, so those who combine a diet with physical activity do not need to complicate their lives with the so-called fractional nutrition: you can have breakfast, lunch and dinner, that is, eat 3 times a day in the usual way.

Features of use for the female body

Above, we have already mentioned the role of eating beans for the normalization of sexual function. Therefore, this product is indispensable for women's health and beauty. Advice for nursing mothers: as a means of increasing lactation, traditional medicine recommends taking a “talker” from ground bean seeds, which are mixed in equal proportions with ordinary wheat flour, then poured with the same amount of water. The mixture is infused, stirred and taken with food, 2-3 tablespoons 3 times a day. But whole white bean seeds should be eaten with caution when breastfeeding: babies under the age of 1 year already experience problems with increased gas formation, and beans can aggravate the situation.

The first thing to remember: beans are useful only after heat treatment. Eating raw seeds, which contain toxins, threatens indigestion and even serious poisoning. But a side effect of even cooked beans is flatulence. To avoid unpleasant consequences, the beans are soaked in water with the addition of a small amount of soda and boiled for a long time. But still, it is better to refrain from eating white beans without consulting a doctor for people with gastrointestinal diseases: stomach ulcers, colitis, cholecystitis, gout. Contraindication to eating beans is also increased secretion of the stomach. With caution, beans should also be used by the elderly.

Before eating white beans, you should familiarize yourself with the contraindications

Nutritionists say that the composition of beans is so perfectly balanced that if you eat only different types of these beans, they will provide the body with a full supply of all the necessary substances. This, of course, should be borne in mind in case of hunger, but in ordinary life it is better not to experiment with mono-diets. But regularly include white beans in the diet is very useful. And do not forget about the doors: drinks prepared on their basis are a means of preventing and treating many diseases. By the way, Great Britain is in the first place in the world in the consumption of beans. So, perhaps this is the reason for the famous English calmness, because eating beans has a great effect on the nervous system.

Most of the plant foods we eat are healthy in one way or another. Today in our article we will consider the benefits and harms of beans, name a group of people who must include it in their diet, give the chemical composition of the product and other interesting characteristics.

White and Red Beans: Health Benefits

According to some scientists, it is red beans that are richest in antioxidants, that is, substances that prevent aging, protect the cardiovascular system from various problems, and help in the prevention of cancer. Considering that beans, and not only red beans, but any other, contain about 20% vegetable protein, while only 2% fat and 58% carbohydrates, it can be considered as an alternative source of protein, especially for those who follow a vegetarian diet. . Many components of this product help to maintain the beauty of the skin, hair and nails. It also reduces the level of "bad" cholesterol in the blood. In addition, these beans are simply delicious when used in side dishes, salads, and other dishes. They are a very satisfying product, while not overly high in calories. Here it is - white or red beans, its benefits for the body are comparable to products such as currants or cranberries. Be sure to include this very inexpensive and affordable product in your diet.

What are the health benefits of beans?

Considering the chemical composition, we can distinguish the following components of beans, the benefits of which for the body are undeniable. Yes, it contains:

• vitamins A, group B, in particular B1, B2 and B6, K, PP and vitamin C;
• in addition, it contains a useful and necessary antioxidant for all of us - vitamin E;
• also in large quantities, the beans contain minerals - iron, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium, iodine, zinc;
• essential acids - Omega-3, lysine, arginine and others.

In addition, beans contain a lot of fiber, which is necessary for proper digestion.

How different is a canned product from fresh beans?

Of course, no one uses this legume for food in its raw form - it is very hard, it is either boiled or rolled into jars. Canned beans, the benefits of which are quite high, retain almost all nutritional properties even with this method of harvesting. So, it contains up to 70% vitamins compared to a fresh product and up to 80% minerals. Of course, there is no less protein, fat, carbohydrates and fiber in it than in the raw materials. The only thing when choosing canned food in the store, pay attention to their composition. It is better if salt and other spices were not used during factory cooking, but simply water was added. Then the beans practically do not change in taste, and they can be perfectly used for salads or other delicious dishes.

White and red beans: benefits and harms to the body

If we talked about the nutritional and beneficial properties above in sufficient detail, then the dangers of the product should also be mentioned. Some should take into account that this legume may not be consumed by everyone. It should be eaten with caution by people suffering from the following diseases:

• increased acidity or gastritis;
• ulcers or cholecystitis, as well as gout and colitis;
• people with a tendency to flatulence.

Keep in mind that red beans, the benefits and harms of which (especially the latter - harm) differ from those of other types of beans, cause gas formation to a lesser extent. But still, it must be prepared with care and especially carefully. Please note that any beans are always soaked for at least a few hours before cooking. Some housewives recommend adding a pinch of soda to the water - so the beans will cook faster and become soft. Also, in order to reduce gas formation, it is recommended to add various spices to boiled porridge, for example, dill.

A little about string beans

This type of bean is no less healthy and just as tasty as dry red or white. Let's look at what features green beans have, the benefits and harms of which are described in detail below. First, about how this product has a positive effect on the body. Firstly, it contains a large amount of vitamins - groups B, C, A, PP and a number of others. Minerals - iodine, zinc, fluorine, iron, potassium. Actually, in composition, it is very similar to white and red beans, the benefits and harms of which were discussed above. However, the calorie content of this product is extremely low - about 30 kcal. per 100 grams. Moreover, it is much easier to cook than white or red beans. The pods can be eaten raw, boiled or fried, added to a salad, vegetable stew - anywhere. Also, such beans can be frozen for the winter, it retains its vitamins and nutrients well even after defrosting. Contraindications to eating green beans are almost the same as those of red or white. So, it is not recommended to eat it for those who suffer from stomach ulcers, gastritis, high acidity. It should not be added or prepared for those who have been diagnosed with nephritis or gout. Otherwise, beans, the benefits and harms of which are well studied, and nutritionists can quite unequivocally answer the question of who can eat the product and who can’t, is still recommended for most people in order to diversify the diet and provide the body with vitamins and minerals .

If it is very easy to cook a legume vegetable - it is easy to cook, then things are somewhat worse with a red one. More precisely, not worse, but more difficult. It needs to be soaked - we have already mentioned this fact, and best of all at night. After that, it should be filled with new water, put on the stove and wait until the liquid boils. Immediately upon boiling, this water must be drained, and then pour new. In this case, the beans retain more nutrients and just taste better. Also, during the cooking process, you can add spices and a couple of tablespoons of vegetable oil. In our article, we talked in detail about beans, the benefits and harms were also considered. Agree, there are still more positive properties in the product, so be sure to include it in your family's diet.

Beans benefit and harm, composition and calorie content

Beans are a familiar and affordable food product. It is very popular due to its rich vitamin and mineral composition, but the main advantage is its high protein content. The benefits of beans for the body have been scientifically proven, but if cooked incorrectly or overcooked, they can harm the body.

Types of beans and their features

All currently existing types of beans belong to the legume family (lat. Fabaceae). The most popular of them and most often grown by gardeners:

• Beans (lat. Phaseolus);
• Vigna (lat. Vigna).

The most popular and cultivated species is Common Beans (lat. Phaseolus Vulgaris), belonging to the genus Phaseolus. It is this species that includes the most famous subspecies around the world, such as:

• Red;
• White;
• Black;
• Green.

Recently, asparagus, which is actually unripe common bean pods, has been gaining popularity. But not all varieties are suitable for consumption and harvesting in this form, they are divided into:

• Asparagus - the fibrous inedible coating of the pod valves is completely absent;
• Versatile - have edible pods, then produce a good crop of seeds;
• Shelling - they are grown only for the sake of grains.

The composition and benefits of beans for the body

In the diet of every person, beans must certainly be present, the benefits of which are high in protein, vitamins and minerals.

Vitamins A, PP, B, K, C, E are natural antioxidants, strengthen the human immune system, improve the functioning of organs, and enhance metabolic processes.

Mineral salts of iron, magnesium, phosphorus, iodine, potassium, sulfur and calcium enhance the body's fight against diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and bronchi. Beans have a diuretic effect and have a positive effect on the genitourinary system. Amino acids lysine, tyrosine and methionine contribute to the rapid absorption of protein, facilitating the work of the intestines.

Beans contain up to 300 kcal per 100 g, but are a dietary product. It is often used in fasting diets. Due to its high protein content, it is very popular among vegetarians.

Harm of beans and contraindications for diseases

It has long been no news that raw beans contain various poisons and toxic substances. Under no circumstances should you eat raw seeds. In the process of digestion, toxins are destroyed and are not dangerous. But with improper preparation, the dish can lead to severe poisoning.

Quite often, eating legumes leads to increased gas formation. The reason for this is polysaccharides. You can reduce the effect by adding dill seeds or greens, mint leaves to the dish.

Contraindications to the use of beans

• increased acidity;
• ulcer, colitis, gastritis;
• cholecystitis, pancreatitis;
• gout.

The benefits and harms of various types and colors of beans

Among the huge variety of species and varieties, it is necessary to correctly navigate the constituent components of the product, since many of them can bring not only benefits, but also harm.

Green asparagus beans benefits and harms

Among all the varieties, green string beans deserve special attention, the benefits and harms of which are described in this article. Useful substances are contained not only in the seeds, but also in the pod itself.

The benefits of green beans are the presence of a large amount of protein, vitamins, starch, minerals and amino acids. But you should be careful with this product for older people with unstable stools. It is necessary to control the amount of product consumed in order to avoid complications of the gastrointestinal tract.

The benefits and harms of red beans

Red beans, the benefits and harms of which are due to its composition, contain a large amount of fiber. The daily norm for a person is contained in 100 gr. dry product - regular use gives a feeling of satiety, removes toxins and reduces the likelihood of malignant tumors.

Raw red beans contain toxic substances that are destroyed only under the influence of high temperatures. Before use, boil the grains well, changing the water several times.

White beans - benefits and harms

The antibacterial properties of white grains, when eaten regularly, prevent the formation of tartar. It is especially recommended to use this product for people with diseases of the cardiovascular system.

Grains of white beans can aggravate the condition of diseases such as ulcers, gastritis. Flatulence and bloating are often observed. To avoid this, dill or fennel must be added to the water during the cooking process.

Black beans - benefits and harms

This type contains the largest amount of protein, therefore it is the most high-calorie, but also the most useful. Black beans help to effectively fight the development of cancerous tumors and diseases of the cardiovascular system. At the same time, the use of the product should be moderate, especially when dieting.

Black beans can lead to severe poisoning, and are contraindicated in people with individual intolerance to legumes. When eating in the absence of indications, it is worth increasing the amount of water consumed for easier digestion.

What type of beans is healthier

Bean grains, under certain conditions, can be stored for several years, but the pods have a rather short shelf life. Many summer residents who harvest legumes for the winter and are worried about a healthy diet are concerned about the question: does asparagus retain its benefits when frozen?

Fresh and frozen green beans, which is healthier

During the cooling process, the product retains all the dietary fiber and trace elements, and most importantly, the amino acid arginine. For freezing on an industrial scale, a system of partial dehydration of products in a vacuum is used, so frozen asparagus contains 2 times more protein per unit mass compared to fresh asparagus.

How best to cook beans to save benefits

The process of preparing grain asparagus in the first place consists in soaking and thorough digestion. Further, any thermal treatment (frying, stewing, baking) will not lead to the destruction of useful substances.

Benefits of raw and cooked beans

You should not compare the benefits of a raw and cooked product, since in the first version it is toxic and is not used in cooking.

Canned beans - the benefits and harms of home and store harvesting

The undoubted advantage of a canned product is that more than 70% of useful substances and vitamins are preserved during the cooking process. It is only necessary to drain the water and rinse the grains before harvesting in a marinade or sauce for the winter.

The only disadvantage of an industrial product is that animal fat is often used in the preservation process. Obese people should refrain from using purchased preservation and use homemade.

Outcome

Regardless of the type or variety, beans are one of the healthiest foods. Red, white, black or green - it has its own characteristics of the composition, and therefore individual contraindications for diseases. Fresh green or frozen, boiled or canned - beans retain most of the nutrients and are required for a healthy diet.

Beans belong to the legume family. Breeders distinguish about 200 species of this plant.

The most common among them are white, red and green beans. The country of Latin America and India are considered the birthplace of the product.

Then the plant spread throughout the world, it began to grow in Russia, European countries, North America.

Beans are the first plant-based product that can match meat in terms of protein.

This property has made it a favorite dish among vegetarians.

Beans have found their use in cooking.

You can cook many delicious dishes from it.

Due to its low calorie content, this is a common product recommended in many diets, including folk remedies.

Composition and calories

White beans are a plant that is rich in minerals, vitamins and other beneficial substances. It consists of:

• amino acids, including lysine, tryptophan, tyrosine,
• folic acid,
• coarse fibers that help remove toxins and other harmful substances from the body,
• vitamins of groups A, E, K, PP, B,
• mineral elements: potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, fluorine, copper, zinc and others.

One hundred grams of white beans contain only 102 kilocalories. 100 grams of the product includes 7 grams of protein, 16.9 grams of carbohydrates and 0.5 grams of fat.

Beneficial features

1. Beans are indispensable for people suffering from diseases of the cardiovascular system.

White beans fight against heart rhythm disturbances and atherosclerosis. It can be used to prevent heart disease.

2. Significant amount of iron in this product improves the circulatory system.

This microelement increases the number of erythrocytes in the blood, increases the body's resistance, improves blood flow to all tissues and organs.

3.Large amounts of vitamin E helps to strengthen hair, improves the condition of the skin and nails.

4. Sulfur, which is rich in white beans, helps with intestinal infections.

This mineral element is indispensable for people suffering from bronchitis and skin diseases.

5. The plant has sugar-lowering property, it is useful for people with diabetes.

White beans contain arginine. This substance has actions that are similar to the work of insulin.

6. White beans are an excellent diuretic(this is a good prevention of hypertension).

The product helps with diseases of the bladder and kidneys.

7. B vitamins have a positive effect on the functioning of the nervous system.

8. Large amounts of potassium and calcium prevent problems with enamel and bones. Regular consumption of white beans will help to forget about dental diseases.

Harm of legumes

Beans have a beneficial effect on the body. But, like all foods rich in useful trace elements, beans also have contraindications for use:

• age restrictions - beans are not recommended for older people, since they contain purines,
• individual intolerance to this plant,
• diseases of the gastrointestinal tract - peptic ulcer (), gastritis,
• white beans can not be eaten with pancreatitis and cholecystitis,
• people suffering from gout and pyelonephritis (read about treatment in women), it is forbidden to use this product,
• It is forbidden to eat raw beans, as they can provoke poisoning.

Purchase and storage rules

1. Pay attention to the appearance of the beans - a good product will be free of rot or mold particles.

2. Store raw beans in a dry, airtight container (glass or plastic jars are ideal).

3. You can also store boiled beans, for this the finished product must be cooled, put in a plastic bag and placed in the freezer.

If you are going to prepare a large amount of boiled beans, then break it into small portions, spreading it into different packages.

Features of cooking

Raw beans contain more oligosaccharides - elements that contribute to increased gas formation and bloating.

But with proper heat treatment, all toxins disappear. When cooking beans, you should use the following secrets:

• raw beans should be soaked in cold water and left for 10 - 12 hours,
• the first water must be drained immediately after boiling, boil the beans in the second water;
• the product must be cooked over low heat in plenty of water; beans should not be stirred during cooking, as they may crack;
• you can salt the product after the beans are fully cooked and removed from the stove.

When consumed, white beans are ideally paired with vegetables rich in vitamin C.

This contributes to a better assimilation of all the useful elements contained in this product.

Beans are rich in useful trace elements. It helps in the treatment and prevention of diseases of the cardiovascular system, improves blood formation, fights intestinal infections and diseases of the skin. But it can also cause harm.

Before regular use of the product, you should familiarize yourself with the contraindications and consult with a phytotherapeutist.

Watch a video about the benefits of beans for the human body.