Coming Back from the Holidays
Hey guys
I’m back. The end of summer has come and we now need to get ready for the new season. This Fall, I will be mentioning some often forgotten produce that are really good muscle builders.
The first on my list are BEANS. Beans are an excellent source of Vitamin C and contain a good supply of Vitamin A and Folate. They also provide essential B Vitamins and Iron.
At the Market
When buying beans, make sure that they have a bright color without any brown or soft spots. They should also be crisp and snap easily when bent. Look for the smaller beans, as the large pods tend to be tougher or even bitter. Plump seeds should be well formed and not bulge.
In the Kitchen
You can store beans in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Before cooking, make sure to remove the strings that are found along the pod’s seams. After that, they are ready to be cooked. You can leave them whole, cut lengthwise into think slivers or cut crosswire on the diagonal.
The Lowdown
According to the new U.S. Department of Agriculture Dietary Guidelines, using the Eating Right Pyramid suggests that foods lowest in fats, oils and sugars (fruits, vegetables, dry beans and grains) should make up the largest portion of our daily meals.
Furthermore, the benefits of consuming beans on a daily basis have recently been promoted because studies have shown that beans, being one of the richest sources of fiber, can help reduce cholesterol while delivering excellent nutrition. When combined with nuts, seeds or grains, they form a complete high-fiber vegetable protein. In addition, most beans contain only 2-3% fat which means that they are a perfect food for a fat-restricted diet. They also contain no cholesterol and may contain at least 20% protein. Being high in carbohydrates they provide long-lasting energy. Soon, you won’t need to count your calories again.
In summary, adding beans to your daily meals ensures total nutrition and with the wide selection of beans, you should be able to find the right flavor for yourself.
AlejandroQ.
I’m back. The end of summer has come and we now need to get ready for the new season. This Fall, I will be mentioning some often forgotten produce that are really good muscle builders.
The first on my list are BEANS. Beans are an excellent source of Vitamin C and contain a good supply of Vitamin A and Folate. They also provide essential B Vitamins and Iron.
When buying beans, make sure that they have a bright color without any brown or soft spots. They should also be crisp and snap easily when bent. Look for the smaller beans, as the large pods tend to be tougher or even bitter. Plump seeds should be well formed and not bulge.
In the Kitchen
You can store beans in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Before cooking, make sure to remove the strings that are found along the pod’s seams. After that, they are ready to be cooked. You can leave them whole, cut lengthwise into think slivers or cut crosswire on the diagonal.
The Lowdown
According to the new U.S. Department of Agriculture Dietary Guidelines, using the Eating Right Pyramid suggests that foods lowest in fats, oils and sugars (fruits, vegetables, dry beans and grains) should make up the largest portion of our daily meals.
Furthermore, the benefits of consuming beans on a daily basis have recently been promoted because studies have shown that beans, being one of the richest sources of fiber, can help reduce cholesterol while delivering excellent nutrition. When combined with nuts, seeds or grains, they form a complete high-fiber vegetable protein. In addition, most beans contain only 2-3% fat which means that they are a perfect food for a fat-restricted diet. They also contain no cholesterol and may contain at least 20% protein. Being high in carbohydrates they provide long-lasting energy. Soon, you won’t need to count your calories again.
In summary, adding beans to your daily meals ensures total nutrition and with the wide selection of beans, you should be able to find the right flavor for yourself.
AlejandroQ.
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