Month: January 2020

These days, almost everyone has tried a delicious hummus dip on crispy pita chips; in fact, Chickpeas (the main ingredient of hummus) have grown to be one of the most prominent snack foods in the world; but it hasn’t always been this way.  Statistics show that a rise in vegetarian/vegan diets, along with the mass marketing of chickpeas has resulted in a huge spike of consumer demand. This middle-eastern legume (also known as the garbanzo bean) is heralded as a “superfood”, high in protein and fiber; one of the “best choices for a healthy diet”.  Although we can’t argue with the fact that chickpeas are delicious and … Read more

According to the Vegetarian Times, over 7 million Americans follow a vegetarian diet, while another 22.8 million are “vegetarian-inclined”. This means that there are a lot of people out there who are trying to embrace a healthier lifestyle and are making an effort to find better alternatives to the excessive meat-eating diet of the culture.  Black Gram (Vigna mungo L.) is a perfect choice for those choosing a vegetarian diet due to its amazing nutritional content, especially in regards to the iron, zinc and protein it provides. Neglected Nutrients Just because an individual eliminates meat from their menu doesn’t automatically make their diet healthy; in fact, it is more … Read more