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What are Broad Beans? The broad bean is among the oldest crops in the world and so it is not surprising that it goes by many names, including vicia faba, fava bean, faba bean, field bean, bell bean and tic bean. Although this species of the bean is native to North Africa and parts of South Asia, it is extensively cultivated all over the globe. The broad bean is a hardy legume and can grow in almost any soil and any climate. They are a good source of protein and carbohydrates and also contain several vitamins and minerals. The beans are contained in pods and so the first step in preparing any broad bean dish is to open the pods and pop the beans out. The beans are then blanched by immersing them in boiling water for two minutes and then immediately dipping them in cold water. This will help to loosen the papery skins that cover each of the beans and you can squeeze them gently to slip them out of the skins.
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When buying broad beans, look for pods that are firm and crisp and avoid the ones that are soft and bend easily. Broad beans are best when they are relatively small and fresh and they lose their taste as they age until they are similar to dried pulses. Broad bean seeds contain a variety of nutrients and provide a wide range of health benefits. Broad Beans for Heart Health: Broad beans are good sources of B vitamins which play an important role in the prevention of heart disease. Researchers in Japan found that including foods rich in B vitamins can reduce the risk of heart problems and stroke. Broad beans are an excellent source of thiamine (vitamin B1), as 100 grams of raw broad beans provide almost half a person’s daily requirement for this nutrient. Thiamine deficiency is very common in people who suffer from congestive heart failure. However, thiamine supplementation can improve heart function. Patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) who require long-term furosemide therapy are more likely to suffer from thiamine deficiency as the medication causes the body to get rid of too much thiamine.
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It would be best if individuals on this medication include broad beans in their daily diet to prevent thiamine deficiency. Broad beans are also extremely high in folate as 100 grams of raw broad beans meet a person’s entire daily requirement for folate. Folate or folic acid improves arterial elasticity and reduces arterial wall thickness which in turns lowers heart attack risk. Broad beans are very low in saturated fats and 100 grams of broad beans contain just 0.1g of saturated fat. Broad Beans for Parkinson's disease (PD): PD affects the nervous system which in turn affects a person’s movement and balance. In this condition, the brain cells that produce dopamine start to die. Since dopamine acts as a chemical messenger between the brain and the muscles of the body, the person starts to lose their ability to control the muscles of their body. There is no cure for Parkinson’s but its symptoms – such as tremors, rigidity and slowed movement, can be reduced.
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