There is very good reason the consumption of beans is supported by the American Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association and the American Cancer Association. Research has shown that bean consumption could greatly improve the quality of the American diet. The recommendation of eating at least one cup of beans two to three times weekly has shown to reduce chronic disease, like diabetes, cancer and heart disease. Canned or dried beans are an affordable source of protein, carbohydrates, fiber, folate, potassium, magnesium and antioxidants. The fiber and protein content make beans one of the powerful superfoods. 

Beans help stabilize blood sugar levels. Fiber and protein move through the digestive tract at a slow rate, thus converting to sugar at a slow rate, which helps with weight loss, blood sugar control and staying healthy.