Apr 08 2009
Lentils
Lentils, selected by Health Magazine as one of the five healthiest foods, are one of the best vegetable sources of iron.
Like all pulses, Lentils are high in fibre, which prevents from cardiovascular disease, constipation and lowers cholesterol. They are an excellent source of protein specially when combined with rice or wholegrains, this nutritional value has made them an ideal ally to vegetarians and vegans alike.
Lentils have a high content of B vitamins, Folic Acid, Vitamin B1, B6 and specially B3. They are also high in iron, zinc and calcium (its iron is better absorbed when eaten with a good source of Vitamin C).
Sprouted levels contain all the essential amino acids needed by our body (even cooked they still conserve all the amino acids but two).
Lentils are a very versatile food they can be eaten on their own, combined with rice, in soups and also as a salad. Its GI (Glycaemic Index) is low and 1 cup of cooked lentils only provides 230 calories.
