The legume prevents chronic diseases and relieves body ailments. Discover all the benefits of chickpeas
Chickpeas are a favorite Christmas and New Year’s recipe. But, beyond the holidays, legumes are an excellent option for those who want to increase muscle mass and also for those who follow a vegetarian diet. Nutritious, chickpeas are soft and have a delicate flavor, which satisfies practically all palates.
The food is rich in protein, fiber, vitamins A and E, potassium, tryptophan, iron, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and, in addition, zinc. “It is for all these nutrients that this legume is highly recommended in diets”, underlines Fabiana Freire, coordinator of the Nutrition course at UNINASSAU (Centro Universitário Maurício de Nassau Paulista).
Benefits of chickpeas
The nutritionist highlights the main benefits of legumes:
- Fight constipation;
- Helps balance cholesterol;
- Strengthens the immune system;
- Promotes muscle mass gain;
- Improves mood;
- Maintains the correct functioning of the intestine;
- Strengthens bone health.
“In addition, chickpeas also help balance blood sugar, as they contain iron and folic acid, preventing anemia. It also contains tryptophan, which is an amino acid that helps a lot with the feeling of well-being and happiness,” adds Fabiana.
Those who regularly consume this legume have improved health, less chance of developing cancer and greater control over their weight. “Chickpeas are a very complete and important food. The ideal is to consume a portion of them in one of the main meals of the day, at least three times a week. For those who do a lot of physical exercise or are sporty, it is also good because it offers energy”, recommends the expert.
Source: Terra
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