Lupins, a healthy and nutritious alternative for snack time

[vc_row css_animation=»» row_type=»row» use_row_as_full_screen_section=»no» type=»full_width» angled_section=»no» text_align=»left» background_image_as_pattern=»without_pattern»][vc_column][vc_column_text]Lupinus Albus es su denominación científica. Aunque son numerosos los nombres por los que se le conoce: altramuz,chochito, chorcho, entremozo o lupino blanco. El altramuz es una especie leguminosa perteneciente a la familia de Fabaceae. Su tamaño es pequeño pero aporta grandes beneficios para nuestra salud. Junto con las olives from SevilleLupins are nutritional titans.

The white lupin is one of the legumes that contributes the least fat to our organism. They are also unsaturated fats that are good for the arteries. However, canned lupins are not highly recommended for people who suffer from hypertension, heart problems or who need to reduce the level of salt in their diet, because they are a salty snack.

What are the nutritional benefits of lupins?

With regard to its nutritional map, for every 100 grams, we obtain 40 grams of protein. We also get potassium, phosphorus, iron and zinc. Lupin is also perfect for diabetics, as it has hypoglycaemic properties, i.e. it reduces blood sugar levels. Another contribution to add is its rich content in vitamins E and B and its excellent fight against uric acid, stimulating cellular renovation.

The list of health benefits is very useful in the case of lupins, which are also a great nutritional friend of sportsmen and women, as they not only provide them with proteins, but also help them to recover electrolytes. In the same way, due to their nutritional composition, they are a formidable food for people who want to reduce their cholesterol levels. Lupins are low in fat and generous in soluble fibre. Lupins are therefore great partners against constipation. In addition, their yellow colour is indicative of their zeaxanthin content, a flavonoid that helps to protect vision together with lutein. As we can see, like the quality olivesThis small leguminous species is a giant of healthy eating.

It is very common to see canned lupins, however, this is not the only way to consume them. These legumes can be cooked in many ways, and can be made into broths, stews or salads. Flour, oil and even pâté are also produced from them.

The benefits that lupins bring to our organism are excellent and varied. Snack time, as well as being delicious, can be healthy if we know how to choose well. So, you can opt for a small plate of tasty manzanilla sevillana variety olives and another one of delicious lupins. You will take care of your health while enjoying the taste of your land.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_row]