The Benefits of Black Eyes Peas (BEP)

Not a favorite of many, black eye peas has quite a bad rap. From children’s horror stories of being traumatized by the little black specs in their food to the fact that these legumes have a brief shelf life. However, these peas are not only tasty but filled with POWERFUL nutrients.

High in Fiber

BEP is an excellent source of fibre. Half a cup of BEP gives us about 5.6 grams of fibre. This fibre is beneficial to the gut and will improve conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome. This fiber enriched food can lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Good for Bones & Builds Blood

This may surprise a lot of people, but these peas are known for their calcium content. One cup of BEP contains 211 milligrams of calcium (Harvard School of Public Health).
BEP also contains 2.2 milligrams of iron. Lack of iron can result in anemia, fatigue and weakness.

Low in Fat & High in Protein

For those seeking to lose weight, BEP is the ideal food. With one gram of fat in half a cup and less than 100 calories, this food is super awesome for any diet.
It is also very is high in proteins which will help the body repair itself, build muscle and provide long -lasting energy.

Most people eat them in rice, but they are great in salads, stews and soups.

Source: Bdos Advocate