Chickpeas (Its also known garbanzo beans) are best source of Fibre, Protein and copper and low in saturated fat and cholesterol.
Chickpeas (Chana) : Amount per 100 gms
| Nutrition Facts of Chickpeas |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbohydrates (Fibre 16 gm sugar 10 gm) | 60 g |
| Total Fat (including Saturated , Polyunsaturated, Monounsaturated) | 6 gm |
| Sodium | 25 mg |
| Potassium |
870 mg |
| Other |
Vitamin (A, C, B-6, B-12), Iron, Calcium and Magnesium. |
Here is the some benefits of chickpeas (Chana):
- Chickpease contains minerals like phosphorus and manganese which benefit in diseases like ringworm and itching and phosphorus increases the level of hemoglobin and removes extra salt from kidney.
- It is rich in iron, which helps to control anemia.
- It contains fiber and protein which help to control blood sugar level and it is very low in glycemic index.
- It contains Trilatophine and serotonin amino acids which are helpful for good sleep.
- It has lots of mineral, iron and protein to get body energy and antioxidants.
- Calcium is also found in chickpeas which makes our bones strong.
- Alpha linolenic acid and omega 3 fatty acids found in chickpeas which help to reduce cholesterol level and prevent heart attack.
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