Other than soybeans, lentils are legumes with the highest level of protein, 25%. Those who are vegetarians consume lots of lentils to help get the protein.
What are the other things lentils can do to keep you healthy?
- A cup of cooked lentils (100 g) is high in molybdenum that aids in metabolism of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA).
- Also, a cup of cooked lentils is high in folate, 358 mcg. Besides, it is also rich in magnesium. Both help you reduce risk factors for heart disease.
- Lentils are rich in dietary fiber. They can help support bowel regularity, help maintain normal cholesterol and blood sugar levels and help keep unwanted pounds off.
- The rich fiber content in lentils helps lower levels of both plasma glucose (blood sugar) and insulin (the hormone that helps blood sugar get into cells).
- Lentils are high in iron, plus, unlike red meat (another good source of iron), they are low in fat and calories. Iron is needed by your body to transports oxygen from the lungs to all body cells. Besides, it is also part of key enzyme systems for energy production and metabolism.
So, why don’t you get some lentils and prepare them for dinner?
Moose made them into a soup and the soup looks yummy (at least for me, it does, Moose!).
