Kidney Beans are a good  source of protein and minerals. An average portion of kidney beans contains at least a quarter  of our day’s iron needs to help prevent anaemia and increase energy levels. Their good zinc content helps boost the immune system and maintain fertility. The high degree of insoluble fibre in kidney beans helps prevent colon cancer. As for diabetics, the  total fibre content helps regulate blood sugar levels.

Kidney beans are extremely high in potassium, which can minimize fluid retention

Canned  and  dried kidney beans  have, almost, the same nutritional profile.

60 g of kidney beans contains

• 200 Kcalories
• 0.8  g fat
• 13.7 g protein
• 36 g  carbohydrate
• 10 g fibre
• 205 mcg folate
• 0.25 mg vitamin B
• 0.9 mg niacin
• 66 mg magnesium
• 640 mg potassium
• 1.6 g zinc
• 55 mg calcium
• 3.5 mg iron