Peas, commonly
known as green peas is said to be one of the oldest crops grown food. These
edible green pods have a lot of health benefit phytonutrients, vitamins,
minerals and antioxidants. Green peas are not only a vital ingredient in many
recipes from India, but now they are a legume widely cultivated in temperate
and subtropical regions.
Peas grow as
annual herbaceous flowering vine in sandy, well-drained soil in cool weather
conditions. These packages are currently available in stores frozen, however
the seasonal fresh vegetables is always recommended for maximum benefits.
Let's take a
look at some of the nutritional benefits provided by green peas:
• Low Calorie
- High Protein: Peas are lower in calories, compared with cowpea and beans.
Moreover, the peas are beta-sitosterol, which helps to reduce cholesterol
levels in the human body. Green peas are also a good source of soluble and
insoluble fiber.
• Folic acid
abundance: fresh peas are an excellent source of folic acid which is required
for DNA synthesis in human cells. Scientific studies say that adequate folate
is important for pregnant women because it helps prevent neural tube defects in
newborns.
• Large
amounts of Vitamin C: Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is present in the peas in a
large amount and is a powerful water soluble antioxidant necessary for healthy
teeth, gums, hair and skin. In addition, vitamin C also stimulates the immune
system and protects the body against various infections.
• High content
of vitamin K: These are an excellent source of vitamin K which helps in
building bone mass and restricts the damage caused by Alzheimer's disease. ReadMore
