Beans are high in protein, fiber, folate, iron, zinc and B1.
Which ones?
Pinto- These beans are very high in folate.
Navy- These beans are among some of the highest in protein.
Limas- These are very high in fiber. They have been shown to lower LDL and raise HDL. Beans cooked from dry may lessen the growth of colorectal adenomas (the precursor to colon cancer)
Lentils- have 2 times the protein of any vegetable. They are high in fiber, folate, manganese, B1 and potassium. They reduce your risk of prostate cancer by 38%!
Better get Googling those bean recipes!
Here is a great (and super easy) recipe for making your own beans in the crock pot. Make lots and separate them in thin freezer containers to use whenever!
goto http://www.couponcloset.net/how-to-make-canned-beans-in-your-crockpot/#