Beluga - Black Lentils
Although we have started to hear its name very often recently, it is known that the history of black lentils dates back to the years before Christ. The recognition of black lentils, which started to be grown in Anatolia about 8 thousand years ago, begins with being a commercial product in America in the early 1900s.
Black lentils, which surpass many other legumes with their nutritional values, are also known as beluga lentils. This is because it is likened to beluga caviar due to its color and appearance.
Now that we know the black lentil beluga, which has become an import product, let's move on to the most important part, the benefits of black lentils...
Benefits of Black Lentils
- Thanks to the abundant dietary fiber and complex carbohydrates it contains, it keeps you full for a long time.
- Since it is an important source of vegetable protein, it plays an important role especially in vegan and vegetarian nutrition.
- Although it contains carbohydrates, black lentils, which are seen as a complete diet supporter, help to lose weight thanks to their low calorie content and keeping them full for a long time.
- It helps those with diabetes problems as it helps to balance blood sugar.
- It is also known to balance bad cholesterol.
- It reduces the risk of many types of cancer, especially colon cancer, and strengthens the immune system.
- Since it has strong antioxidant properties, black lentils also protect from beluga, cardiovascular diseases.
- Since it contains plenty of phosphorus, it supports bone and dental health.
- Thanks to the iron mineral in its content, it is said to support those who have anemia problems.
- Again, since it contains dietary fiber, it solves the problem of constipation and ensures that the intestines work healthily.