Category — Legumes

If you read this article of mine, then you know that legumes are not an optimal food for humans. Kidney beans, chickpeas and the like are hard on digestion, full of lectins and other toxins, and unappetizing (and in many cases, indigestible) when raw. But what about raw peanuts? Since these wannabe nuts are really legumes, [...]

Beans and other legumes are usually viewed as a “good for you” food. Kidney beans, black beans pinto beans, lima beans, lentils, chickpeas, split peas, black-eyed peas and other legumes are praised for being good sources of protein, low in fat and calories, and cholesterol-free. But…all of these foods are eaten cooked, usually baked or [...]