Black beans, also called turtle beans, are a healthy and versatile culinary staple popular throughout Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean and the southern United States.
Along with supplying protein and fiber, black beans are high in antioxidants,low on the glycemic index and provide cancer-fighting phytoestrogens.
Glycemic Index=20
Glycemic Load=5
Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=8,040
Store dry black beans in a cool, dry place.
Serving size: 1 cup(s) cannedbeans
View Calorie BreakdownCalories: 227
Omega-6 / Omega-3 ratio: 1 : 1
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