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Legumes are a great source of B Vitamins, fiber, and complex carbohydrates. Legumes are a great way to increase your protein intake without saturated fat and cholesterol of meat products. Try legumes in a vegetable chili, or a bean salad.
Legumes are among the world's best fiber sources. No matter what the variety or form (fresh, frozen, canned or dried), legumes are loaded with proteins, starches (complex carbohydrates) and fiber, along with B vitamins (including folate), iron, other vitamins and minerals and phytonutrients.
Like meat, they're good protein sources. One-quarter cup of cooked legumes counts as 1 ounce of meat; 5 to 7 ounces are recommended daily. One-half cup of cooked legumes counts as 1/2 cup of vegetables.
Like meat, they're good protein sources. One-quarter cup of cooked legumes counts as 1 ounce of meat; 5 to 7 ounces are recommended daily. One-half cup of cooked legumes counts as 1/2 cup of vegetables.
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