Black beans help you lose weight! Dietary fiber = 2 times that of apple

There are many benefits to eating black beans. Recently, the "black bean weight loss method" has become popular in South Korea, causing the price of black beans to soar. Nutritionists say that black beans are rich in protein, with about 34.6 grams of protein per 100 grams of black beans, and the fat is almost all unsaturated fatty acids. Eating black beans for weight loss can provide twice as much dietary fiber as an apple, which is very effective in clearing out stool.

The "black bean diet" is popular in South Korea, causing the price of black beans to soar. (Photo/File Photo)

Black bean lecithin helps detoxification and weight loss

Chen Yanfu, a nutritionist at the United Nutrition Consulting Center, pointed out that the "black bean weight loss method" is to eat a large amount of black beans until the stomach feels full. In addition to making the body feel full, it also has a detoxifying effect. Lecithin is the main detoxifying ingredient. In addition to removing fat from the body and purifying the blood, linoleic acid can also break down animal fat toxins in the body.

In terms of nutrition, 100 grams of black beans usually contain 349 calories. Like other beans, black beans are high in dietary fiber, with 18.2 grams per 100 grams, of which crude fiber accounts for 5.4 grams. Dietary fiber not only helps with bowel movements, but also lowers cholesterol and prevents the risk of cardiovascular disease.

In terms of minerals, 100 grams of black beans contain up to 1,639 mg of potassium, ranking first among beans along with soybeans, and higher than oatmeal, coix seeds, corn, rice and brown rice. Although the content is high, it still cannot be compared with vegetables. After all, it is easy to eat 100 grams of vegetables, but it is unlikely to eat the same weight of black beans in one breath.

Black beans are high in dietary fiber, containing 18.2 grams per 100 grams, which is twice that of apples.

Vitamin A prevents cancer and fights aging

Nutritionist Chen Yanfu emphasized that the nutritional composition of black beans and yellow beans is similar. The biggest difference is beta-carotene and vitamin A. The content in yellow beans is almost zero, while the black beans perform outstandingly. Vitamin A can be antioxidant and prevent cancer. Not only that, the isoflavones in black beans are helpful in alleviating menopausal symptoms in women, lowering blood cholesterol, and anti-aging.

[Expert reminder]: Black beans must be cooked before eating

Be careful when eating black beans. Make sure they are cooked before eating, because raw black beans contain trypsin inhibitors, which will reduce protein absorption; as long as they are heated, the trypsin inhibitors will be destroyed. In addition, when making black soy milk, try not to filter out the dregs, as the dregs contain not only fiber but also antioxidants.

3 Tips for Choosing Black Beans:

1. Look at the appearance: The principle should be "bright color and freshness". It is recommended to purchase fresh, dry and moldy ones.

2. Refrigerate: Black beans can be placed in a ziplock plastic bag or a fresh-keeping box and stored in a refrigerator at 2 to 5 degrees Celsius.

3. Eat quickly: Avoid sunlight, as black beans are easily affected by moisture, which will destroy their freshness. It is best to eat them as soon as possible.

Detox Diet: Black Bean Licorice Tea

1. Ingredients: 8 grams of black beans, 1 gram of licorice.

2. Preparation: Put black beans and licorice into a thermos cup, add 300cc of boiling water, simmer for 30 minutes and remove the residue before drinking.

3. Efficacy: Black beans and licorice are excellent detoxifiers, especially for atopic dermatitis or low back pain and edema.

★"Beauty witch's little tips!" 》Eat more red dates and black bean porridge~