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The new U.S. Department of Agriculture dietary guideline using the Eating Right Pyramid suggests, that the foods lowest in fats, oils and sugars (fruits, vegetables, dry beans and grains) should make up the largest portion of our daily meals.
The benefits of using beans on a daily basis have recently been promoted because studies show beans help to reduce cholesterol while providing excellent nutrition. When combined with nuts, seeds or grains, they form a complete high-fiber vegetable protein.
Most beans contain only 2-3% fat. Beans are the perfect food for a fat-restricted diet. You may never have to count calories again. Beans contain no cholesterol, and they can help lower your cholesterol level because they are one of the richest sources of fiber!
Most beans contain at least 20% protein and are high in carbohydrates which provides long-lasting energy.
In addition, beans provide essential B Vitamins and Iron.
Adding beans to your daily meals insures total nutrition, and with our wide selection of beans you should be able to find the right flavor for you.

Beans have been used throughout the earth for thousands of years. They come in hundreds ofshapes sizes and colors, are versatile and amazingly convenient because they can be dried and stored for years. Soaking beans for a couple of hours brings them back to life, activating enzymes, proteins. minerals and vitamins.
Beans can be eaten raw, sprouted or cooked, ground into flour, curdled into tofu, fermented into Soya sauce, tempi and miso. They are excellent in chilies, soups and salads.