Boiled Cooked Mature Seeds Bengal Gram Chickpeas Garbanzo Beans With Salt

Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans, Bengal Gram), Mature Seeds, Cooked, Boiled, With Salt has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.

The food contains 27.42g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 8.86 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Indian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans, Bengal Gram), Mature Seeds, Cooked, Boiled, With Salt has been given a composite ranking of 90, and on a regular basis.