March 28, 2024

Detox cuisine, the virtues of pulses

The vegetables dried have long been considered poor meat because of their high protein content. It is distrustful in the context of a diet because of its satiating qualities, when it is actually a true ally. The vegetables dry have many nutritional qualities that are essential during a detox cure.


A source of protein: vegetables dry have at least 45% carbohydrates and 20% vegetable protein and are very low in lipids (fats) in a state of nature. Hence the nickname "meat of the poor". Once they are rehydrated (cooked) and therefore ready to eat, they have between 10 and 20% of carbohydrates, 6 to 9% of proteins and always as little lipids. They are very rich in starch, which is why they are often classified as starchy. They are different from vegetables Fresh by a very slow release of glucose in the blood, they allow us to hold between two meals without a hit.


A source of fiber: they help the intestinal transit, which is essential in case of diet where our habits are jostled example: a portion of cooked lentils (200 grams) brings us half the amount of fiber recommended daily .


A source of minerals: phosphorus, magnesium and iron, their assimilation by the body can nevertheless be difficult. To improve it, it is advisable to consume vegetables in addition to a vitamin C source. For example, we can supplement our meal with a dessert fruit to optimize the benefits of vegetables dry.



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