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Legumes

Thin Green Bean

Thin green beans are immature bean pods eaten whole as a non-starchy vegetable. Despite the import category, they are generally classified nutritionally and culinarily as vegetables rather than dried legumes.

Beneficial properties

high in fiber low in calories supports digestion contains antioxidants low glycemic impact

Nutritional highlights

Thin green beans provide fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, and small amounts of potassium, magnesium, and carotenoids.

Caution. Green beans contain vitamin K, so people taking warfarin should keep intake consistent.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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High Cholesterol
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Obesity
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