Amazing Health Benefits of Eating Baked Beans

Amazing Health Benefits of Eating Baked Beans - NU Hospitals [ojc5nHXlC]

#Bakedbeans An easy to cook, #nutritiousfood, baked beans make for a comfortable, filling meal, and is one of the most popular items on a weekday meal menu across the world. Stewed in tomato sauce, these beans are considered a great source of protein. One cup of baked beans is thought to have nearly 10 grams of protein, which is equal to a 50-gram steak. One of the least expensive yet reliable sources of protein, baked beans makes for a great replacement food for those looking for a substitute for meat. Beans are high in folate, which is the substance that helps prevent neural tube defects in a fetus during pregnancy. Folate is also the #vitamin that helps in releasing the energy from our food. Baked beans also make for a perfect #weightlossfood. This low in fat food contains less than 1% fat and thereby is considered an ideal choice for those looking to shed some extra flab. Even though it is low in fat, baked beans are high on carbohydrate, especially low glycemic carbs and soluble fibres. This makes it a good option for food for treating obesity and constipation. #Beans are rich in antioxidants and contain cholesterol-lowering properties. Regular consumption of beans is found to reduce the prevalence of high blood pressure, stroke and high cholesterol. Antioxidants present in beans help fight off infections, signs of ageing and cancer. The high fibre content of baked beans makes them a great choice of food for lowering blood sugar levels and maintaining a healthy gut. For more details visit us at https://www.nuhospitals.com/ Get Connected Here: ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nuhospitals Twitter: https://twitter.com/NU_Hospitals Google+: https://plus.google.com/u/0/111922498699266514194 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nu_hospitals/?hl=en