Which foods are best for you?
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Reduce risk for heart disease
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Heart attack and stroke
May help protect against certain types of
cancers
Helps lower blood pressure
Reduce risk of kidney stones
Good low-calorie alternative as a snack
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Naturally low in sodium, fat, and calories
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None contain cholesterol
Great source of potassium, fiber, Vitamin C,
and folic acid
Provide a healthier, natural sugar source
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Naturally low in fat and calories
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None contain cholesterol
Great source of potassium, fiber, folic acid,
Vitamin A, and Vitamin C
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Split-peas, lentils, and kidney, pinto, black, lima,
black-eyed, and garbanzo beans are mature
legumes
Excellent source of protein
Provide iron and zinc
Considered part of the protein food group but also
a sub-section of the vegetable group
Provide excellent source for fiber, folate, and
potassium
Green peas, string beans, and lima beans are not
part of this group