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Red Kidney Beans, Low-Sodium, Drained And Rinsed

Red kidney beans are firm, dark red legumes commonly eaten canned or cooked in soups, chili, salads, and rice dishes. Low-sodium beans that are drained and rinsed provide plant protein and fiber with less added sodium than standard canned versions.

Beneficial properties

high in fiber good source of plant protein low in saturated fat supports heart-healthy eating patterns rich in folate and minerals

Nutritional highlights

They provide fiber, plant protein, folate, iron, potassium, magnesium, and manganese, along with complex carbohydrates.

Caution. Undercooked or raw kidney beans can cause severe gastrointestinal illness due to lectins; canned beans are pre-cooked, but people with legume allergies should avoid them.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
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High Cholesterol
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Obesity
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Weight Gain & Obesity
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