1. Canned beans
Yes, canned beans are actually healthy and they can provide endless benefits as long as we are opting for varieties that are simply beans. So, read the labels carefully.
“My favorites are cannellini, kidney, black, and garbanzo beans, but all are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and plant-based protein,” says Malina Linkas Malkani, RDN and media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and creator of the Wholitarian Lifestyle. She always keeps a wide variety of canned beans in her pantry.
“And they provide [a] long-lasting energy source for the body.” Canned beans are also convenient because they go well into soups, stews, burritos, and casseroles. Malkani says they can even make friends with smoothies and baked goods like brownies and bars. However, she strongly advises purchasing the low-sodium variety and rinsing the beans in cold running water before consuming them.
