Health News of Saturday, 3 September 2016

Source: The Mirror

Health benefits of bambara beans

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Bambara beans have rich nutritional value that makes them essential for enhancement of human health.

It can be prepared in different ways for consumption.

Here are some health benefits.

• Protects the body against arthritis

Due to high content of minerals, these nuts are a natural remedy to safeguard the body from arthritis.

• Treatment of anemia

The bambara beans are best for management of anemia which is lack of blood in the body. The nuts are rich in iron that boosts blood levels in the body.

• Manages malnutrition

The flour from these beans is ideal for management of malnutrition especially in children. This is because the nuts have high contents of carbohydrates, proteins, calories and varying minerals that boost the growth of the body.

• Remedy for insomia

These beans are a natural remedy for insomnia. This is because the beans contain amino acids that stimulate release of serotonin from the brain hence bringing about mental calmness that leads to ability to fall asleep.