Legumes and Weight Management
It can be challenging to help people adjust their diet to meet their nutrient needs and promote weight loss, while at the same time still keeping them satiated. Nutrient rich …
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Legumes and Diabetes
“Legumes are the star performers for blood glucose control” – Professor Jennie Brand-Miller, University of Sydney As a high fibre, low glycemic index (GI) source of protein, legumes make an …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Wholegrain foods and legumes
Your daily dose for disease prevention? When it comes to grain foods, wholegrains are shining stars. Wholegrain foods and legumes are a fundamental part of a balanced diet and scientific …
Loving legumes
Good for your health & the environment Join the cultures around the world that believe eating legumes, specifically black-eyed peas and lentils on New Year’s Day, will bring prosperity and …