"The tiny - and cheap - nutritional powerhouses are excellent sources of both plant-based protein and fiber (a cup of black beans, for example, contains around 15 grams of both). There's ample evidence to suggest eating them regularly can help with far more than just smooth digestion. In one 2025 study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition, 72 participants with prediabetes were split into three groups"
"Here are three tasty bean recipes from her latest cookbook, "Full of Beans: Delicious Beany Recipes to Obsess Over." 1) Cosy chicken and white bean soup Feeds four Takes 45 minutes Ingredients: 250g (9oz) leftover roast chicken, shredded, skin reserved for the crispy topping 3 tablespoons of olive oil, plus extra to serve 1 onion, diced 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 2 g"
Beans deliver concentrated nutrition, providing substantial plant-based protein and fiber that support digestion, inflammation control, cholesterol reduction, and overall nutrient goals. Regular bean consumption has measurable clinical effects: a 2025 study of people with prediabetes found chickpea eaters lowered cholesterol about 10% and black-bean eaters experienced significant inflammation reductions. Amelia Christie-Miller, founder of Bold Bean Co., promotes beans for both personal health and climate benefits because beans are more sustainable than animal products and improve soil quality. Practical adoption is encouraged through accessible recipes, such as a cosy chicken and white bean soup from a bean-focused cookbook.
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