Sharing - Eat your Lentils!

Anyone eating their fair share of lentils?! I tried Lentil pasta today and it was fantastic! Who knew a healthier pasta choice was sitting there right next to the normal pastas. I’ve also been snacking on the Tomato Basil Harvest Red Lentil snaps - so good!

Sharing this info because I had no idea how beneficial lentils were for pregnant women!

Lentil benefits taken from Momjunction.com ——

1. Folic acid contained in lentils prevents birth defects like anencephaly and spina bifida.

2. Half cup of lentils contains around 179 milligrams of folate that is a B vitamin that aids development of new cells. Pregnant women require around 600 milligrams folic acid every day.

3. Folic acid also combats the harmful effects of drugs that body absorbs. If you have a habit of smoking or drinking, folic acid in lentils can help absorb such bad habits.

4. Lentils are rich in protein that helps in every stage of pregnancy. Protein helps in development of muscles of your baby.

5. High content of potassium ensures proper blood circulation and keeps down high blood pressure as well.

6. Fiber contained in lentils help combat intestinal tract disorders. It controls obesity and also keeps down high cholesterol level. Half cup of lentils contains around 8 gm fiber.

7. Constipation is a common problem during pregnancy that can be tackled to a great extent by taking lentils rich in fiber.

8. Many studies suggest lentils to play vital role in improving biological functions of brain.

9. If you have migraines during pregnancy, you can try lentils rich in vitamin B5 that combats stress and migraines.