health benefits of peas

1. Weight Management

Peas are low fat but high in everything else. A cup of peas has less than 100 calories but lots of protein, fiber, and micronutrients. 

2. Stomach cancer prevention

Peas contain a high amount of a health-protective polyphenol. A study in Mexico City determined that you only need 2 milligrams per day of this phytonutrient to prevent stomach cancer. A cup of peas has at least 10.

3. Anti-aging, a strong immune system, and high energy

This comes from the high level of anti-oxidants, including Flavonoids, carotenoids (alpha-carotene and beta-carotene), and phenolic acid and polyphenol.

4. Prevention from wrinkles, Alzheimer's disease, arthritis and osteoporosis

These come from peas strong anti-inflammatory properties. It contains vitamin C, Vitamin E and a good amount of antioxidant mineral zinc, omega-3 fats.

5. Blood sugar regulation

High fiber slows and protein slows down fast sugar digested. The anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties prevent or reverse insulin resistance (type2 diabetes). all carbohydrates are natural sugars and starches with no white sugar to worry about.

6. Heart disease Prevention:
The anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds support healthy blood vessels. The generous amount of vitamin B1, folate, B2, B3, and B6 reduces homocysteine levels which are risk factors for heart disease.

7. Healthy for the environment:
Peas work with bacteria in the soil to fix nitrogen from the air and deposit it in the soil. This reduces the need for artificial fertilizer since one of its main ingredients is nitrogen. After peas have been harvested the remaining plant easily breaks down to create more organic fertilizer for the soil.