Have you ever found yourself preparing a delicious bean and, in the middle of the process, did you stop to ask yourself if you are making the most of all the nutrients that this popular grain can offer?
Cooking beans is part of the routine of many Brazilians and there are different ways of to cook the grains. The truth is that not every form of cooking will guarantee the greatest absorption of nutrients.
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The flavor may remain intact, but proteins and other essential nutrients are not absorbed by the body as they should.
According to Biomedical Lucas Zanandrez on the “Hello, Science” channel, there are mistakes that should be avoided when preparing to cook beans.
Understand why beans can lose nutrients and what are the ways to guarantee highly nutritious food.
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According to experts, one of the most common mistakes when preparing beans is neglecting the step of soaking it beforeto cook.
The soaking process involves immersing the raw grains in water for approximately 12 hours, and it is important not to reuse the same soaking water. Replacing water is essential as it helps remove anti-nutritional factors present in beans.
These anti-nutrient substances have the ability to bind to nutrients or molecules that play a role in digestion, impairing the body's effective absorption of nutrients.
Therefore, by correctly carrying out the soaking and cooking process, you can optimize digestibility and value nutritional value of your beans, ensuring that they are a healthy and rich source of protein and other nutrients essential.
Soaking not only helps reduce anti-nutrients in legumes, improving absorption of essential nutrients, but also has the added benefit of minimizing discomfort caused by gases.
These anti-nutrients can lead to greater gas production in the intestine, resulting in uncomfortable flatulence.
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