“Pulses are important in our daily diet as they are a good source of protein especially for vegetarians. Pulses are high in fibre, have low fat, no cholesterol, high protein, low glycaemic index and high nutrient foods, says Nutritionist Pooja."
Pulses help in maintaining a healthy heart. Studies suggest that regular intake of beans or pulses contribute to a reduction in serum cholesterol and other blood lipids which are a major risk factor for cardio vascular diseases.
Regular intake of pulses may assist in weight management. Consumption of pulses increases the satiety level hence controls appetite and helps in weight loss.
Patricia Sadri, well known Nutritionist from DENMARC says “Pulses contain proteins and fibre. Fibre helps the insulin to work effectively. It also helps to lose weight which, in turn helps in maintaining good sugar levels. Having a regular intake of pulses plays an important role in maintaining a good sugar control”
Pulses are rich in potassium and potassium counteracts the sodium solution in food and helps to lower blood pressure
“Non -vegetarians must include pulses in their daily diet as they are a rich source of protein but along with this they are low in fat and high in fibre as compared to the non-veg food which is high in protein but at the same time also high in fat and cholesterol and low in fibre" says Pooja.
Whole pulses can also be sprouted. Sprouting increases the health quotient of the pulses. "Sprouts have more protein, minerals and vitamin and are easy to digest than the dried seed," adds Nutritionist Sweta.
Whole pulses can also be sprouted. Sprouting increases the health quotient of the pulses. "Sprouts have more protein, minerals and vitamin and are easy to digest than the dried seed," adds Nutritionist Sweta.