An excellent source of protein, used for building and repairing tissues.
Thiamin helps break down and release energy from carbs. It's also beneficial for proper functioning of the nervous system, brain, muscles, heart, and digestive system.
Helps in the creation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body.
Essential for good organ functionality, maintaining the nervious system, and strong bones.
Needed for the formation of red and white blood cells in the bone marrow, the conversion of carbohydrates into energy and the production of DNA and RNA.
Vitamin B6 is important in helping your body store energy from protein and carbs. It's also critical to maintaining healthy levels of oxygen in your blood.
Nutritional value in half a cup of Lentils...
(% RDA in 96g)
Absent Nutrients: Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Fatty acids, Cholesterol, Caffeine
Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) % shown for adult females, as published by the NHS (UK).
Delicious and versatile foods to form part of a healthy diet for weight loss. Remember the ultimate goal is to reduce calorie intake whilst eating these kinds of healthy foods.
Those with diabetes should aim to consume low-GI foods to avoid spikes in blood sugar levels. These Low-GI foods provide natural, slow-release energy.
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