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½ Cup Cooked Green Or Brown Lentil
Cooked green or brown lentils are edible legumes with a mild, earthy flavor and soft texture. They are commonly used in soups, stews, salads, and side dishes.
Beneficial properties
high in plant protein
high in fiber
rich in folate
good source of iron
supports satiety
Nutritional highlights
Lentils provide fiber, plant protein, folate, iron, magnesium, potassium, and manganese.
Conditions it helps with
Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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High Cholesterol
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Low Iron / Low Red Blood Cells
Includes: Anemia
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Obesity
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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