soya, tofu, beans, nuts and seeds Flashcards
why do u have to soak kidney beans in water ?
they can be toxic
what do pulses contain
-good amounts of LBV protein
-fibre
-vitamins
-minerals
-low in fat and calories
-count as one of your 5 a day
key facts about pine nuts
a seed not a nut, good source of vitamin E and gluten free
key facts about almonds
rich in protein, calcium, vitamin E
key facts about cashew nuts
rich in protein, good source of iron, zinc and magnesium
key facts about brazil nuts
rich in protein good source of selenium regulate hormones
key facts about coconuts
a seed, B-group vitamins good source of minerals
key facts about walnuts
good source of monosaturated fats, lower bad cholesterol
key facts about pistachios
rich in Vitamin B6 source of potassium and fibre
key facts about macadamia
high in fat, good source of fibre and minerals
key facts about hazelnuts
good source of folate keeps homocysteine to the correct level
key facts about cob nuts
sold fresh, seasonal, good source of vitamins
key facts about chestnuts
lowest in fat and calcium rich in carbohydrates, fibre and good source of vitamin C
key facts about peanuts
A seed good source of vitamin E, gluten free