Chickpeas (garbanzo beans, bengal gram), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, 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 27.44g 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 8.84 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

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.