Beans became famous in the 16th century, but it was then used exclusively for decorative purposes, as it is a pretty beautiful climbing plant. First, only grain was used for food. Pods first decided to try in Italy. Residents of this country liked the taste of unripe pods, and they brought out a new variety of beans - pods. Later, already in France, beans were cultivated. As a result, a yellow and green variety of green beans appeared, characterized by a lower protein content, but more enriched with vitamins, which our body needs so much.
How many calories are in the green beans?
In raw form, the calorie content of the green beans can vary within the limits of 23-32 kcal per 100 g of product. But it should not be eaten raw, since it contains a small amount of toxic substances that are neutralized during the heat treatment. After cooking, it retains approximately 80% of useful substances, but the method of cooking, of course, affects the final calorie content of the green beans.
Thus, the caloric content of the boiled green beans varies between 47-128 kcal per 100 g of product. This bean is great for adding to salads, omelettes, can be used as a side dish and is appropriate for any diet.
A not very suitable option for people who want to lose weight is the fried beans, as its caloric content can reach 175 kcal per 100 g of product.
You can also cook beans by extinguishing it. In this form compared with fried beans is more dietary, but still significantly higher in calories boiled beans and steamed. Calorie content of stewed beans per 100 g of product reaches 136 kcal.
Caloric content of frozen green beans per 100 g of product is only 28 kcal.
Thus, the ideal option for dietary nutrition is the boiled and frozen green beans, the caloric content of which is minimal.
Useful properties of green beans
String beans are rich in vitamins E, A, C, B, folic acid. In addition, it contains salts of potassium, magnesium, zinc, as well as iron, calcium, chromium and sulfur. This bean is also rich in fiber , which improves the digestive system.
The maximum content of useful substances in green beans helps to strengthen immunity, strengthen the defenses of the body in the fight against external destructive factors. It has a restorative effect, it makes it easier to carry infectious and pulmonary lesions and does not complicate the digestive functions, since the calories of the string beans contain a little.
Due to the ability to favorably influence the production of erythrocytes, it is recommended to use it at a lowered level of hemoglobin and anemia. Beans normalize blood sugar levels, which for people with diabetes is very important.
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The harm of green beans
Do not advise to eat dishes from string beans to people suffering from high acidity of gastric juice, colitis, pancreatitis, peptic ulcer and gastritis. People whose intestines do not work consistently should not eat meals from beans in large portions or daily.