Beans Fava

Benefits of the Fava

Fava beans – or broad beans – are green legumes that come in pods. They have a slightly sweet, earthy flavor and are eaten by people all over the world. Fava beans are nutritional powerhouses that are loaded with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein. They are known to offer impressive health benefits such as improved motor function, boost in immunity, regulate blood pressure, prevent anemia, improve hair growth due to collagen production, skin health, and decrease risks of heart disease and certain cancers, to name a few. Fava beans are rich in magnesium and provide a good amount of potassium and calcium as well.