Legumes are a type of vegetable that includes beans, peas and lentils and are among the most nutritious foods available. According to the Mayo Clinic, legumes are generally low in fat, contain no cholesterol, and are high in folate, iron, magnesium and potassium. They are a great source of protein and can be a healthy alternative to meat. Soak the beans in water before cooking to enjoy the many health benefits.
Ayurveda physician, Dr Diksa Bhavsar Savalia shared in a post that soaking legumes improves digestion and nutritional absorption. “Well soaking them improves their digestion and nutritional absorption. That’s the main reason why we eat them right? We want nutrition. So if you want to absorb optimum nutrition- soaking is the best option ,” she wrote on her Instagram handle.