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Are Black Beans Actually Healthy? - Women's Health
Or are they sodium bombs?
Celebrated by meat eaters and vegans alike, beans are one of the most versatile legumes. They fit perfectly in a burrito bowl, make a tasty veggie burger base, and stand out as the star ingredient in vegetarian chili.
Clearly, black beans are here to stay—but how healthy are they?
For starters, black beans are arguably the most nutritious legumes you can eat. Their skins—called “seed coats”—contain powerful antioxidants, which have been linked to reduced signs of aging and a decreased risk of cancer, according to Annessa Chumbley, RD, nutrition consultant for Premier Protein. What’s more is that research from the Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry identified black beans as having more antioxidants than any other bean.
Or are they sodium bombs?
Celebrated by meat eaters and vegans alike, beans are one of the most versatile legumes. They fit perfectly in a burrito bowl, make a tasty veggie burger base, and stand out as the star ingredient in vegetarian chili.
Clearly, black beans are here to stay—but how healthy are they?
For starters, black beans are arguably the most nutritious legumes you can eat. Their skins—called “seed coats”—contain powerful antioxidants, which have been linked to reduced signs of aging and a decreased risk of cancer, according to Annessa Chumbley, RD, nutrition consultant for Premier Protein. What’s more is that research from the Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry identified black beans as having more antioxidants than any other bean.