Vegetables, legumes, nuts, almond

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Legumes have many health benefits.

By adding legumes to your daily diet, it may be possible to influence blood pressure, cholesterol and sugar levels.
Weight may also change.
Increased consumption of legumes may protect against high blood pressure. According to researchers, the blood pressure-lowering effect can be explained by the magnesium, potassium and dietary fiber contained in legumes and soy.
Soy and legumes may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Adding legumes to your diet increases your intake of fiber and folate in particular and improves the quality of your diet's fat.

Adding legumes to your diet increases your intake of fiber and folate in particular and improves the quality of your diet's fat.

Legumes have been found to have many health benefits and are considered one of the most beneficial food groups. They are high in fiber and plant-based protein and naturally low in sodium, saturated fat and sugar. Legumes contain a fair amount of important minerals, vitamins and antioxidants.

The health benefits are probably based on the fiber and plant proteins contained in legumes. The high fiber and indigestible starch also help regulate blood sugar, meaning that legumes raise blood sugar slowly.

So by eating legumes, it may be possible to influence your own cholesterol and sugar levels. They can also help with weight management.

Population studies have found that the consumption of legumes is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease. Eating legumes can also reduce the risk of colon and rectal cancer.

It is advisable to eat a deciliter of legumes per day.

Legumes include beans, peas, and lentils.
In addition to tofu, soy products include tempeh and miso.

Nutrients
Trace elementsCalcium CaIron FeIodine (I)Potassium KMagnesium MgSodium NaSalt - Sodium chloridePhosphorus PSelenium SeZinc ZnFatFatty acidsPolyunsaturated fatsMonounsaturated fatsSaturated fatOmega-3 fatty acidsOmega-6 fatty acidsFatty acid - linoleic acidFatty acid - alpha-linolenic acidEPA eikosapentaeenihappoDHA dokosaheksaeenihappoCholesterol (GC)SterolsProteinCarbohydratesOrganic acidsSugarsDisaccharidesMaltose (malt sugar) 30Glucose (grape sugar) 70Sucrose (cane sugar) 100Fructose (fruit sugar) 140–175TärkkelysFiberFiber insoluble in waterSoluble fiberPolysaccharide, water-solubleNitrogen compoundsTryptophanFolate B9, folic acidNiasiiniekvivalentti NENiacin B3 (nicotinamide, nicotinic acid)Pyridoxine B6Riboflavin B2Thiamine B1Vitamin BVitamin A Retinol, β-caroteneKarotenoiditB12 CobalaminVitamin C Ascorbic AcidVitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), D3 (cholecalciferol)Vitamin E Tocopherols, tocotrienolsVitamin K K₁ (phylloquinone), K₂ (menaquinone)Pantothenic Acid B5Beta-carotene (precursor of vitamin A)Cu CopperMn ManganeseMineralsEnergy (kJ)Calories (kcal)FiberGut healthBeneficial bacteria of the gutPrebioticsFenoliyhdisteetAntioksidantitPolyphenolsFlavonoidsLuteinPhytochemicalsSupport for the immune systemSupporting hemoglobin levelsManaging cholesterolIncreasing HDL cholesterolCardiovascular healthBrain healthReducing chronic inflammationImproved digestionCa Calcium Structure and health of bones and teethP Phosphorus Energy metabolism, bonesK Potassium Fluid balance, nervous system functionSodium Fluid balance, muscle functionMg Magnesium Function of muscles and nervous systemBlood pressureThe body's resistance to inflammationWeight managementMetabolic syndromeMetabolismNestetasapainoHormonesBoneLihaksetHermostoIhon terveysProtecting cells from oxidative stressFormation of muscle cellsCollagen - Skin Connective Tissue Joints Tendons Muscles BonesSkin and tissue well-beingEye healthVisionProtect eye cells from oxidative stress (Vitamin E)Supports the connective tissues of the eye and acts as an antioxidantDry eyes and light sensitivityLutein, a protective substance for the retinaLiver healthLiver detoxificationKidneysPossible cancer-preventive effectWho it may not be suitable forPurine
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Helena Penttilä
Helena Penttilä
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