The name is commonly associated with the musical group due to their catchy and electronic beats, but one thing for sure is that a serving of this legume can make your body bust a move! Black eyed peas served with a side of veggies are the perfect substitute if you are looking for some meatless Monday options and it is delicious which will surely fill both your hunger and your body’s nutritional needs.
Anemia No More
Black eyed Peas are enriched with Iron which prevents the cause of anemia. It also contains folate, one of the B Vitamins that is essential to form normal red blood cells.
Good for Digestion
The abundance of fiber in black eyed peas absorbs the water in the digestive tract and delivers the waste product out of the body for a smooth bowel movement. A high fiber diet is also a form of detox since it helps excrete waste and toxins in our bodies.
Healthy Skin and Eyes
A cup of these peas can fill-in a quarter of your daily Vitamin A needs. The Vitamin A content of black eyes peas is as rich as carrots which not only support healthy skin but also produce the pigments in the retina of the eye.
Regulates Blood Pressure
Potassium is an essential mineral that lowers blood pressure, therefore, lowing your risk of coronary heart disease. Your 20 percent daily requirement of potassium can be acquired in a cup of black eyed peas.
Let’s do a black eyed peas concert at the kitchen, healthy style!
