8 ounces 50 grams of pea flour per day for 28 days significantly reduced insulin resistance and belly fat, compared to wheat flour | Summary Navy beans contain a lot of fiber and may help reduce the risk factors for metabolic syndrome |
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Like many other beans, black beans are a great source of fiber, protein and They are a staple food in Central and South America | Also known as garbanzo beans, chickpeas are a great source of fiber and protein |
Summary Black beans are effective at reducing the rise in blood sugar after a meal compared to other high-carb foods, such as rice and bread.
Summary Pinto beans may help reduce blood cholesterol, blood sugar and maintain gut health | Another study found similar results of soybeans on breast cancer |
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These bacteria produce short-chain fatty acids, which help promote gut health | Another study showed that pinto beans may reduce LDL cholesterol as well as increase the production of propionate, a produced by gut bacteria |
They are commonly eaten around the world and are a rich source of fiber and B vitamins.
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