benefits of adding chickpeas in your diet / - chickpea benefits

    

        There are many health benefits associated with chickpeas. as they are a good source of protein they are associated with many health benefits. 

       chickpeas are turkey origin legumes belongs to the family Fabaceae. chickpeas are widely used in Indian dishes and recipes. these are famously called as Bengal gram,  chenna, etc.
     

1. regulates blood sugar level.

    as chickpeas are low in glycemic index these are very less prone to make sugar rush in your body. as chickpeas are considered as a rich source of fiber it could be a beneficial choice for patients with type2 diabetes 

2. Good cardio health.

   chickpeas are also good for cardio health. chickpeas are a rich source of vitamins and minerals which enhance the cardiovascular system. 

    chickpeas are a rich source of vitamin k and folate these helps in the maintenance of a healthy heart. 

3.helps hyperhomocysteinemia.

    hyperhomocysteinemia is a phenomenon in which your blood shows high levels of homocysteine. these conditions occur as a side effect of underlying medical conditions and the diet. ( red meat and heavy animal protein)
    low levels of vitamin b6 (pyridoxine) b12(Cyanocobalamin)
and folic acid causes hyperhomocysteinemia.
    as chickpeas are high in vitamin b6, b12 and folate adding chickpeas in your diet could help in hyperhomocysteinemia.

4.healps in weight loss and digestion. 

   as chickpeas are a rich source of protein these helps to boost your metabolism and helps you in weight loss.
    chickpeas are rich sources of fiber. fiber helps in digestion and feels full for long period of time. by that, it reduces cravings and doesn't let you add extra calories in your diet.

5. prevents cancer. 

     chickpeas are rich sources of selenium and isoflavonoids. these are capable of fighting with carcinogenic agents and helps you to prevent cancer.

6.healthy skin and hair.

     chickpeas are a rich source of biotin which helps in maintaining healthy hair and nails. manganese present in chickpeas helps to prevent your king from getting wrinkled.
     as these are a rich source of vitamins, vitamin a and vitamin z will help to fight dandruff.