Not Just for the Anemic: What Happens to Your Body When You Consume a Cup of Edamame Daily
Honestly, it's addictive and there's no way you'll stop at just one cup. Here's what happens to your body if you consume a cup of edamame daily—especially if you're anemic and need more iron.
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If you haven't heard of soybeans yet and haven't incorporated them into your regular meals, you're missing out.
Soybeans (or more commonly, 'edamame') are a type of legume that comes with its green pod, straight from East Asia and South America. In China, Japan, and other countries, it is common to eat soybeans as they are, with only light steaming.
However, in the Western world, soy is now used to produce a wide variety of products, including soy beverages and food products like tofu.
You’ll be happy to hear that soybeans are packed with nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that benefit our bodies.
In fact, in just 100 grams of cooked soybeans, there are more proteins than in various animal products. That's also the reason why many nutritionists recommend incorporating it into daily diets—soybeans are considered an excellent source of plant-based protein.
Why else should you consume them from a nutritional standpoint? Because they provide:
20% of the recommended daily intake of iron
16% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin C
14% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin A
52% of the recommended daily intake of vitamin K
100% of the recommended daily intake of folic acid
10% of the recommended daily intake of calcium
So what happens to your body if you consume a cup of edamame daily? Here are some facts and one delicious, simple recipe any anemic person would be happy to get:
Edamame is an excellent source of iron.
In fact, a cup of edamame contains about 4.2 grams of iron, and a study conducted at America's Harvard University found that edamame improves fertility and combats anemia symptoms during pregnancy.
For an iron and energy boost throughout the day, cook a package of edamame in water with a slice of lemon, a little salt, and some garlic cloves. You won’t believe how tasty it is!
Want another recipe? Try this genius recipe for soybean hummus that everyone will love:
