Lentils

Lentils are a type of bean that is widely grown in West Asia. Currently, lentils are widely grown in Afghanistan, Ethiopia, and some Mediterranean countries. Lentil seeds are spherical and somewhat flattened, and they are typically sold shelled and unshelled. Lentils are high in fiber and low in complex carbs, and they have a long shelf life. Soup, salad dressing, bone stew, tea, and many more meals use it as an ingredient. Because lentils contain more than 25% protein, they can be a nutritious dish to serve as a meat alternative. It's also high in iron, which is commonly missing in vegetarian diets.

Lentils are high in fiber, which promotes bowel motions and the growth of good bacteria in the digestive tract. Eating lentils promotes stool weight gain and improves bowel function. Furthermore, lentils are high in phytochemicals, which are plant substances that help protect against chronic illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.