Have fewer calories than regular flour

If you're attempting to save calories, chickpea flour is an excellent substitute for wheat flour. 1 cup (92 grams) of chickpea flour has around 25% fewer calories than the same amount of refined wheat flour. This indicates it has a lower energy density. The significance of energy density and portion size in weight control has been widely researched.

Researchers feel that sticking to your usual portion sizes but eating items with fewer calories is a more successful weight management technique than simply eating less. Participants in a 12-week randomized controlled trial of 44 overweight people who were encouraged to consume more lower-calorie meals lost 4-8 pounds (1.8-3.6 kg) more than those given more sophisticated dietary guidelines. As a result, substituting chickpea flour for wheat flour may help you lower calories without affecting your portion sizes.