Chickpeas
Just like other legumes, chickpeas are rich in fiber and protein, but also contain several vitamins and minerals that are essential for our bodies. Vegans and vegetarians should eat chickpeas often, as they can provide you with a significant amount of protein. According to a 2014 study, 30 grams of fiber a day could help reduce inflammation in people with type 1 diabetes.
“Chickpeas. They are, of course, a nutritional powerhouse like most legumes. They are a good protein source, and I especially like turning to chickpeas for protein so I don’t need to eat meat. They have figured in the human diet since the very dawn of civilization, so they are a nice connection to our ancestral roots. And they figure as well in some of my favorite cuisines from the Middle East. I love good hummus!” said David L. Katz, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.P.M., F.A.C.P., director of the Yale University Prevention Research Center and author of “Disease Proof”.
