Saturday, 22 October 2016

Kidney Beans: A delight to look upon

Among all kinds of facts about the kidney beans, one thing is certain that they are a delight to look upon. The rich and dark saturated reddish brown color is a perfection in itself. It can raise the appeal of your salad to a whole new level.
Kidney beans are one rich source of proteins and carbohydrates. The carbohydrates are present in the form of starches which are not digested very well. This accounts for their recommended use by diabetics because peaks of blood sugar level are absent after eating. Because of the same reasons it is also used for the purpose of dieting or weight-loss. The same indigestible starches account for high fiber content and may lead to flatulence and diarrhea in some people. They are also referred to as “poor man’s meat” due to the high protein levels. Furthermore, it is rich in a number of minerals such as Potassium, iron, copper and vitamins as folic acid.

But I must say, be careful, raw kidney beans or the ones which are not properly cooked are poisonous. So make sure they are well soaked and properly cooked before reaching your plate to lose the toxic effects. Hoping that you will enjoy your next kidney bean salad…

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