Named a product that increases life expectancy

Regular consumption of beans and other members of the legume family can increase human life expectancy by four years. This impressive conclusion was reached by renowned longevity researcher Dan Buettner, whose observations are reported by the Daily Mirror.

After studying the diets of people who have crossed the century mark for many years, Buettner found that legumes should occupy the same important place in a healthy diet as other recognized beneficial foods - whole grains, leafy greens, various vegetables, and nuts. "Daily consumption of about one cup of legumes is likely to increase your life expectancy by four years," the expert emphasized.

Buettner considers the main advantage of beans, peas, and other legumes to be the unique combination of protein and dietary fiber. According to the researcher, such a tandem simultaneously provides a feeling of satiety, supplies the body with energy, and creates a protective barrier against many chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular pathologies, and inflammatory processes in the intestines. Moreover, according to a number of scientific studies, regular consumption of legumes can help reduce blood cholesterol levels.