Health - Legumes

 7) Legumes

These are an excellent source of: • Fiber • Folate (a B-vitamin) • Complex carbohydrates The fiber slows simple carbohydrate absorption. The folate helps boost brain functioning. The complex carbs reduce sudden sugar spikes and crashes.

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