Nutritional Benefit of Lentils:

According to article by Ms.Kathleen M.Zelman (MPH.RD.LD) on 22nd July 2021, published on “WebMD“, Lentils,

1. Are rich supply of protein, is healthier for your heart. When stacked up against other beans, lentils are No. 2 in protein (soybeans take top honours). When combined with a whole grain, like brown rice, they can give you the same quality of protein as meat. But when you eat lentils instead of red or processed meat, you make a healthier choice for your heart.

2. Build bones, muscles and skin. Protein is a building block of bones, muscles, and skin. It can also curb your appetite because it keeps you feeling full longer than other nutrients do. Lentil has a rich source of protein.

3. Lower cholesterol and protect against diabetes and colon cancer. Fibre fills you up. Lentils have plenty of it. A single serving meets 32% of the fibre you need each day. It can lower cholesterol and protect against diabetes and colon cancer.

4. Help your digestive system stay healthy and prevents constipation. A single serving of lentils meets 32% of the fibre you need each day. A daily dose of fibre pushes waste through your digestive system and prevents constipation.

5. Lower blood pressure. The potassium in lentils counters the bad effects of salt and lowers blood pressure.

6. Protect your heart and support you to form red blood cells. Is important for new born baby during pregnancy too. Folate in lentils protects your heart and supports your body in forming red blood cells. If you're pregnant, folate is important for your baby's development.

7. Help ward off fatigue. Iron in lentils helps ward off fatigue.

8. Eat moderate amounts of lentils. The fibre in lentils is hard to break down. That's why it can cause gas and cramping if you eat too much of it.