May aid heart health
Top 4 in Top 5 Health Benefits of Pinto Beans
Pinto beans are also good for your heart. One short, 8-week trial discovered that consuming 1/2 cup (86 grams) of pinto beans per day significantly reduced total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, both of which are associated with an elevated risk of heart disease. Another study found that eating pinto beans on a daily basis not only reduced LDL (bad) cholesterol but also increased propionate synthesis.
Propionate is a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) that has been found to reduce blood cholesterol and blood pressure. Finally, pinto beans are high in minerals like magnesium and potassium. These minerals aid in the prevention of high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease.
