Nutritional Information

For better health ...
Add some beans to the diet!

Beans are very healthy and so versatile. Beans can be used for more than soups and baked beans.

You can add them to most anything from salads and main dishes to side dishes and even desserts.

Dry Bean Nutrition
For Better Health


Good News! You can’t beat dry beans for nutrition and economy— indoors and out.

Today’s mothers and fathers have the actual numbers from government food scientists to prove dry beans are an excellent source of protein, iron, B-vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

A great virtue of dry beans is the ability to combine it with other foods like casseroles, soups, salads and other dishes.

When combined with small amounts of meat, cheese, fish or eggs, the versatile bean extends the protein power of these other foods.

Beans contain no cholesterol and very little fat. Beans are also high in fiber. Beans have long been prized as an energy source.

They digest slowly, satisfy hunger longer and the calorie content is modest.

 

 

Listen to the experts ...
Eat some beans!


Studies of American diets show many Americans eat more fat than needed, to much protein and not enough complex carbohydrates.
Beans are a favorite because of their good flavor, protein and they are economical. Today they are recognized by the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society and the American Diabetes Association for their combination of health benefits.
* High in complex carbohydrates
* High in protein
* High in dietary fiber
* Low in fat, especially saturated types
* Low in sodium
* No cholesterol

Eat 3 Cups Per Week


When the new USDA Food Guide Pyramid was released, dry beans are one of the few foods that fall under two categories—Vegetables, as well as Meat and Beans.
Dry beans are low in fat, low in calories, high in protein, a good source of soluble fiber, can be a source of iron, and potentially a source of folate.
A serving (1/3 cup of cooked beans) of dry beans contains around 80 calories, no cholesterol, lots of complex carbohydrates, and little fat. In addition, they are a good source of B vitamins, potassium and fiber which promotes digestive health and relieves constipation. Eating beans can also help prevent colon cancer and reduce blood cholesterol (a leading cause of heart disease).