Lentil is not a very popular legume. It is usually seen during the New Year since it is known for attracting wealth and good luck... but, what about you, do you eat lentils?
Lentil is rich in vitamins and minerals and brings many health benefits, such as lowering cholesterol, detoxifying the body, and preventing anemia.
It is a versatile food for many recipes and works as a substitute for beans. With all these nutrients, lentil maintains a healthy body and prevents some health problems.
Let's see some of its benefits:
Improves heart health Eating lentils helps prevent cardiovascular diseases because of nutrients like magnesium and potassium.
Helps with weight loss Lentil can be a huge ally for those who want to lose weight since it is a source of fiber and increases satiety.
Good for the bones Thanks to the isoflavones it contains, lentils increase calcium retention in bones.
Prevents constipation Regularly consuming this legume improves intestinal function, thanks to its soluble and insoluble fiber.
Strengthens the immune system Because it is rich in zinc, an essential mineral for immunity, lentils can prevent colds and the flu.
Improves the mood Excellent source of tryptophan, the precursor of serotonin, lentil improves the mood of anyone who eats it.
Helps fight anemia The concentration of iron and folic acid found in lentils contributes to the prevention and treatment of anemia.
Did you know all the benefits of lentils?
0:00 Benefits of Lentils 0:38 Improves heart health 0:57 Helps with weight loss 1:09 Good for the bones 1:33 Prevents constipation 2:02 Strengthens the immune system 2:11 Improves the mood 2:19 Helps fight anemia 2:59 How to consume lentils
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Lentil is not a very popular legume.
It is usually seen during the New Year since it is known for attracting wealth and good
luck.
But what about you?
Do you eat lentils?
Lentil is rich in vitamins and minerals and brings many health benefits, such as lowering
cholesterol, detoxifying the body, and preventing anemia.
It is a versatile food for many recipes and works as a substitute for beans.
With all these nutrients, lentil maintains a healthy body and prevents some health problems.
Let's see some of its benefits.
Improves heart health Eating lentils helps prevent cardiovascular
diseases because of nutrients like magnesium and potassium.
They help reduce heart arrhythmia and control blood pressure, respectively.
Besides, lentils contain fibers, which aid in controlling cholesterol and reducing fat
absorption.
Helps with weight loss
Lentil can be a huge ally for those who want to lose weight since it is a source of fiber
and increases satiety.
Regular consumption keeps you satiated and favors weight loss.
Good for the bones Thanks to the isoflavones it contains, lentils
increase calcium retention in bones.
The food also has proteins and phosphorus, both essential for the strengthening and maintenance
of bone health.
Oh, did you know that lentils are a healthy option for women in menopause?
It helps prevent and treat osteoporosis, which makes the bones brittle and is common
during this phase.
Prevents constipation Lentils contain resistant starch, a substance
that isn't digested by us and feeds the good bacteria of our intestines, preventing
the proliferation of microorganisms that cause disease.
Regularly consuming this legume improves intestinal function, thanks to its soluble and insoluble
fiber that aid in fecal matter formation, preventing constipation.
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Strengthens the immune system Because it is rich in zinc, an essential mineral
for immunity, lentils can prevent colds and the flu.
Improves the mood Excellent source of tryptophan, the precursor
of serotonin, lentil improves the mood of anyone who eats it.
Helps fight anemia The concentration of iron and folic acid found
in lentils contributes to the prevention and treatment of anemia.
Iron deficiency causes a reduction of red blood cells and hemoglobin, which comprises
the oxygenation of cells.
Iron is crucial in the composition of hemoglobin, while folic acid acts in the synthesis of
red blood cells.
A trick to increase your iron absorption is to eat lentils together with something rich
in vitamin C, such as collard greens or orange juice or lemonade.
Lentil is recommended for pregnant women since folic acid is essential for the correct formation
of the nervous system of babies, as we saw in a recent video.
With all these benefits, lentils can be eaten 3 to 4 times a week, an average portion of
2.8 to 3.5 ounces, a medium-sized ladle, substituting other legumes like beans, peas, or chickpea.
Lentil is also good for improving the mood, people with fatigue, diabetics, and anyone
that wishes to lose weight.
Cool, isn't it?
Did you know all the benefits of lentils?
