Low on the glycemic index, kidney beans contain an extremely good mix of complex carbohydrates and protein.

Medium size beans are the most common legumes in our country. Its origin is the area of Domokos and it is cultivated in fertile, well-drained soils.

Vegetarians and those who do not like meat or fish, or those who are fasting, can choose beans as a good alternative proposal, so that the body can absorb the necessary plant fibers.

Keep sugar levels low

Low on the glycemic index, beans contain an extremely good mix of complex carbohydrates and protein. Consequently, beans significantly slow down the digestion process and help maintain low blood glucose levels, while at the same time reducing the feeling of fatigue and other discomforts felt by the body.

Reduce the risk of cancer

Scientists recommend that adults consume 3 cups of beans per week to "shield" the health of their body, but also to reduce the risk of chronic diseases, such as cancer.

This is mainly due to the abundance of fiber and antioxidants that beans contain.

Constipation: Full of fiber, beans help the body to function normally, preventing constipation.

Rich in vitamins and trace minerals, such as copper, folate, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium and zinc.

Nutritional information per 100g. Energy: 1394kj/333kcal - Fat: 0.85g of which saturated: 0.22g - Carbohydrates: 45.07g of which sugars: 2.11g - Fiber: 15.2g - Protein: 23.36g - Salt : 0.016g

Origin Greece

RECIPE for medium beans with vegetables

Ingredients:

~ 500 gr. white flat beans ALL BIO
~ 1 finely chopped onion
~ 2 stalks of celery
~ 1 carrot sliced
~ 100 gr. slaw
~ 2 lemons (juice and peel)
~ 200 gr. stagnagathi
~ 6 tsp. olive oil soup
~ 1.5 lt vegetable broth
~ coarse Messollogi salt and freshly ground pepper

Execution:

After we have soaked the beans from the previous one, boil them with the rest of the ingredients (except the stamnagathi) until they are pureed. Ten minutes before the end of cooking, add the stamnagathi.

OLA BIO Greek product is produced in the area of Domokos