Stay Full Longer by Eating Black Gram

Have you ever caught yourself just wanting to snack all day? For many people, only a half hour or so goes by after a meal and they feel ready to eat again. If compulsive eating becomes habitual, it can lead to a number of serious health problems including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease (not to mention the distraction and frustration of feeling hungry all the time!).

Did you know that certain foods actually help you feel full longer than others? That’s right, choosing your foods carefully can ward of the tummy grumbles and make you feel satisfied much longer. Black Gram (also know by various other names such as Vigna Mungo L., and Urad Dal) is one of these foods, and we think it’s one of the best choices out there! Let’s take a look at what makes Black Gram an ideal candidate for long-term satiation.

Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are macronutrients composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and they are a broad term for the energy-giving power that you get from eating food. All carbs give you energy, but not all give the same quality of long-lasting healthy energy. Eating complex carbs (rather than simple carbs like refined sugars and candy) can help prevent spikes in blood sugar, and will produce a more steady output of energy.

Black Gram, like most legumes, contains complex carbs that slowly digest in the intestines and leave you feeling full longer. What sets Black Gram apart from other legumes is the amount of carbs it contains.. How does a whopping 45% RDV per serving sound?

Protein

Another one of the easiest ways to feel full longer is by eating protein-rich meals. Studies on dietary protein have shown that it greatly increases the feeling of fullness compared to other food nutrients. This is because it takes some extra time to digest; but also because, during digestion, it continually generates the hormone peptide YY, that valuable little agent that tells the brain, “We don’t need any more food right now”. Foods that contain a high percentage of lean protein are going to nourish your body literally to the point where your body knows it’s satisfied. 

So what makes Black Gram and ideal choice of protein? Simply the fact that it has a lot of it! One serving of Black Gram contains almost half of the recommended daily intake. For all you vegetarians and vegans out there, here is your perfect high-quality protein source to keep you feeling full between meals!

Fiber

When you eat foods low in fiber, they are digested very quickly and your stomach and intestines start feeling bored; this prompts the hormone ghrelin to send messages to the brain saying, “We need more food!”. 

Just like protein, foods that are high in fiber take longer to digest than most of the processed snacks you find in the store. Fiber lingers in the intestines, slowly working its way through to clean, regulate food absorbtion, and stave off food cravings.

When you’re looking for a delicious fiber fix, look no further than Black Gram! This amazing little legume has 48% of the RDV of dietary fiber! Large amounts of both soluble and insoluble fibers are found in Black Gram.

The Satisfactory Conclusion

When all is said and done, Black Gram scores high on the test! In addition to Black Gram’s ability to keep you feeling full longer, there are very few other foods that can match it in terms of nutrient and mineral content. Try bringing this ancient lentil variety to your dinner table with some of our delicious recipes. We know that you’ll come to love it as much as we do!

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