Legume seeds are rich in plant proteins and minerals and vitamins. They are undoubtedly an important element of the diet. Studies show that in European countries, for example, Poland they are consumed very rarely. Does anyone have suggestions on how often and in what quantities should be consumed?
Since legumes are source of protein, it can be taken on daily basis.
Yes, but the problem is that people in Europe eat too little, even less than once a month. So, to be healthy, how often we should eat legumes. How to convince people that legume seeds are more valuable than the meat that is consumed in excessive amounts and every day.
For this Question Mrs.Edyta;
Legumes are considered one of the most important components of the Mediterranean diet, it is at the base of the Mediterranean Food Pyramid, which reflects its importance; Scientists who built this pyramid placed a big emphasis on consuming legumes daily due to its special mixture of carbohydrates, protiens, fats, fibers, vitamins & minerals; the importance resides in providing the right mixture of legumes, for example rice and lentiles such a mixture will provide the consumer by the complete amino acids combination be it essential amino acids, inaddition to the fibers that can solve many of the colon problems; consuming meat in high amounts can cause higher risks of cancer as many studies proved that; in addition to all what I mentioned not consuming legumes and fibers for a long time and suddenly consuming it can cause various problems because the intestines lining are weak and un healthy, the sudden legumes consumption will cause blaoting, so the legumes introductory must be studied well for those who have been not consuming it for a long while
It can be mixed with bread (composite flour )
you can review our article as attached
it can also be added salads
or eaten like pop corn
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As you mentioned, legumes are very rich in protein, carbohydrates, fiber (facilitate intestinal transit ...) ... However, they are very low in fat (saturated) and reducing sugars . So their consumption is more than desired with moderate amounts and preferably at breakfast or lunch. These legumes contain low proportions of flatulent sugars that cause problems in the digestive tract: bloating, flatulence and pain.
Any excess food can be toxic.
In the Mediterranean diet, legumes are more popular than in the diet of Central and Western Europe. Seeds of legumes are unfortunately not appreciated.
Maybe someone would be interested in collaborating to writing the article on the health properties of legume seeds in the diet and to monthly consumption in Polish households and in another country for comparison.
Best regards
In my previous intervention (7h ago), there is a confusion I had spoken of legumes (légumes secs: beans, lentils ...) and not vegetables. All my excuses.
As for vegetables, they are essential foods rich in vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber, not to mention water.
Their consumption is essential for all categories: free of fat (saturated) and very low in protein. These are filler foods for obese.
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