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Beans are a choice of healthy snacks, but consumption of several types needs to be watched out because of high salt, sugar, to saturated fat. The following is the list.
When discussing diet, many health experts recommend beans as healthy snacks. Beans are high in protein that can maintain a longer feeling of fullness so that someone is protected from excessive eating.
However, like other foods, excessive consumption of nuts is also not good for health. Some types of beans contain ingredients that have a bad impact on health if eaten too much, such as salt, sugar, and saturated fats that are at risk of increasing cholesterol.
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In addition, the production of several types of beans has a bad impact on the environment. Mainly because the growth process that requires very much water.
Quote The Takeout (4/4/2025), limit the consumption of 6 types of these beans:
1. Mede
Cashew or beans are famous for delicious with a savory taste and creamy texture. However, behind the protein content and fiber, consumption of cashews needs to be limited due to high saturated fat. The number is 2 times the almond.
Excessive saturated fat consumption is associated with an increased risk of cholesterol. In addition, the production of cashews is widely criticized because most of them are planted and processed in several poorest countries in the world.
2. Roast beans
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Baked bean products are often found in supermarkets and are chosen as healthy snacks. However, this product often contains sugar and additional salt in high amounts, especially those that are given additional flavorings such as honey.
As a result, the value of calorie, fat, and sodium content also jumped. It is recommended to bake beans themselves at home to limit the use of additional ingredients that make the consumption of unhealthy beans.
3. Salted and seasoned beans
In addition to grilled beans, salted and seasoned beans also need to be limited to consumption due to high salt and additional sugar. The type includes the famous Korean roasted almonds. This product can meet 6-7% recommended daily salt intake.
Another important thing to watch out for is the habit of eating these beans which are usually juxtaposed with drinking alcohol. You can end up drinking more and faster because of additional salt content in nuts. It is advisable to choose seasoned beans with natural spices, such as paprika, chili, or cinnamon.
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