green beans

October 1, 2021

Nutrition facts:

Per 1 cup:

• Calories: 28

• Carbs: 5.66 g

• Fiber: 2.6 g

• Protein: 1.2 g

• Fat: .55 g

• Sugar: 1.94 g

• 17 milligrams (mg) of calcium

• 1.2 mg of iron

• 18 mg magnesium

• 30 mg of phosphorus

• 130 mg potassium

• 24 micrograms (mcg) of vitamin A

• 52.5 mcg of vitamin K

• 32 mcg of folate

Why do we love them?

• Green beans contain a high amount of chlorophyll. This may block the carcinogenic effects of heterocyclic amines that are generated when grilling meats at a high temperature. If you prefer your grilled foods charred, you should pair them with green vegetables to decrease the risk.

• Green beans are rich in folate, which can help with depression.

• They are also high in vitamin K. Adequate vitamin K consumption improves bone health by modifying bone matrix proteins, improving calcium absorption, and reducing urinary excretion of calcium.

• For women of child-bearing age, consuming more iron from plant sources like green beans appears to promote fertility.

Source: Medical News Today

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