Legumes have been eaten around the world for more than 10,000 years - and even today they remain a popular, healthy and versatile food. The most common legume is the soybean. Other legumes include blackeyed peas, chickpeas, lentils, and black, red, white, navy and kidney beans. Not only are they tasty, legumes provide many of the nutrients the human body needs, such as protein and carbohydrates. In addition, the iron, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, potassium and B vitamins found in legumes help meet daily vitamin and mineral requirements.
Legumes are also high in dietary fibers, low in saturated fat, and cholesterol free.
And one-half cup of legumes can also count as a serving of bread. Use of our site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use . Advocate Health Care respects your privacy. We invite you to view our Privacy Policy .