BROAD BEANS
Lets first we would like to know the health benefits of broad beans
Lets first we would like to know the health benefits of broad beans
The Broad Bean, Vicia
Faba or Fava Beans are one of the ancient cultivated crops probably originated
in the fertile valleys of Asia Minor or Mediterranean region.They are one of
the popular vegetables to grow and can be easily grown in home gardens.
The Broad
Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava Beans is known by many other names in India regional
wise like –
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Hindi : Lablab Beans, Bakla
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Kannada : Chapparadvare
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Malayalam : Amarakai, Amarakaya
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Marathi : Ghewda
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Tamil : Avarakkai
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Telugu : Chikkudukaya
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Hindi : Lablab Beans, Bakla
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Kannada : Chapparadvare
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Malayalam : Amarakai, Amarakaya
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Marathi : Ghewda
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Tamil : Avarakkai
Broad Beans-Fava Beans called in Telugu : Chikkudukaya
Nutritional value Of Broad
Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava Beans-Kidney Beans:
Broad Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava Beans-Kidney Beans is a rich source of different nutrients, vitamins and minerals including: protein, fibre, vitamins A, C and K, the minerals magnesium, potassium and iron.
Broad Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava Beans-Kidney Beans is a rich source of different nutrients, vitamins and minerals including: protein, fibre, vitamins A, C and K, the minerals magnesium, potassium and iron.
The nutritional values per 100
g of Broad Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava Beans-Kidney Beans are:
Nutrients
·
Protein – 12.9 g
·
Water – 122 g
·
Ash – 1.4 g
·
Fiber – 9.2 g
Fats
·
Total Fat – 0.7 g
·
Saturated Fat – 0.1 g
·
Monounsaturated Fat – 0.1 g
·
Polyunsaturated Fat – 0.3 g
Calories
·
Total Calories – 783 KJ
·
From Carbohydrate – 569 KJ
·
From Fat – 23.9 kJ
·
From Protein – 188 KJ
Fatty Acids
·
Omega-3 Fatty Acids – 20.4 mg
·
Omega-6 Fatty Acids – 258 mg
Carbohydrates
·
Total Carbohydrates – 33.4 g
·
Dietary Fiber – 9.2 g
·
Sugar – 3.1 g
Vitamins
·
Vitamin A IU – 25.5 IU
·
Vitamin A (retinol activity equiv) – 1.7 mcg
·
Beta Carotene – 15.3 mcg
·
Riboflavin – 0.2 mg
·
Niacin – 1.2 mg
·
Thiamin – 0.2 mg
·
Vitamin B6 –
0.1 mg
·
Folate – 177 mcg
·
Vitamin K – 4.9 mcg
·
Dietary Folate Equivalents – 177 mcg
·
Vitamin C – 0.5 mg
·
Pantothenic Acid – 0.3 mg
·
Choline – 52 mg
Minerals
·
Calcium – 61.2 mg
·
Iron – 2.5 mg
·
Magnesium – 73.1 mg
·
Phosphorus – 212 mg
·
Potassium – 456 mg
·
Zinc – 1.7 mg
·
Copper – 0.4 mg
·
Selenium – 4.4 mcg
·
Sodium – 8.5 mg
Health Benefits Of Broad
Beans-Chikkudukaya
1.
Broad Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava beans are rich sources of vitamin
A and C; vitamin A is required for good vision, skin, growth and bone
development
2.
Broad Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava beans are a source of both types
of dietary fiber, soluble fiber.consuming soluble, fiber-rich foods may help
improve your blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Soluble fiber is particularly
effective at lowering low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels, commonly referred
to as “bad” cholesterol.
3.
It is rich in fiber, which is required by the body to move food
through the digestive system.
4.
Broad Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava beans has high concentrations of
an amino acid known as L-dopa (dopamine), which works as a neurotransmitter in
the brain.
5.
The good amount of potassium in Broad Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava
beans helps the body maintain blood pressure and
regulate heart function.
6.
Broad Beans-Chikkudukaya-Fava beans are a very good source of
phosphorus in the body, which is required for the formation of healthy bones
and teeth. In addition, it also helps the body utilize vitamins.
7.
It serves as a rich source of thiamin, which is essential to
maintain normal nerve function.
