Legumes and Cardiovascular Disease
People who eat legumes are less likely to develop heart disease. Results from the US-based study NHANES indicates that legume consumption four or more times a week is associated with…
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Legumes and Cancer
A growing body of evidence from large population studies and comprehensive reviews indicates legumes may have a protective effect against bowel, breast, lung and prostate cancers. Colorectal Cancer In 2011,…
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Legumes and Health
Legumes such as beans, lentils, peas and soy foods are an important part of a healthy diet for all Australians. Legumes have been shown to help manage both cholesterol and…
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Legumes and Fibre
Legumes are a source of all three recognised forms of dietary fibre – soluble fibre, insoluble fibre and resistant starch – which are responsible for many of the protective effects…
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Legumes and Nutrition
Legumes provide a range of essential nutrients including protein, carbohydrates, dietary fibre, minerals and vitamins. They are: An economical dietary source of good quality protein and are higher in protein…