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BLACK BEANS

Nature: warming

Actions: tonifies kidneys, nourishes the yin, strengthens and nourishes blood, brightens eyes, promotes diuresis, and aids kidney deficiency.

Conditions: lower back pain, knee pain, infertility, seminal emissions, blurry vision, ear problems, difficult urination.

Nutrition:

Black beans are fiber-rich and a good source of protein, albeit incomplete. Combine it with rice or another grain to make it a complete protein. These beans are also an excellent source of folate and the trace mineral, molybdenum. Research has shown that black beans are rich in antioxidant compounds called anthocyanins that help protect against some cancers.

1/2 cup cooked:
 

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