Though you may have known that black beans are high in fiber, which helps keep you regular, did you know they're also one of the healthiest foods around? Here are three reasons the black bean can't be beat:
1. The fiber in black beans prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, thus staving off cravings.
2. Black beans have more antioxidants than any other type of bean (red, yellow or white), which can help protect against cancer and other conditions. They're also full of anthocyanins, which improve brain function.
3. The fiber, folate and magnesium in black beans may also help reduce risk of heart disease.
Black beans can be bought dry or canned, and may be used in all sorts of dishes besides burritos and chili! Try them with brown rice and veggies, in a tasty bean soup or sprinkled into a salad.
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