Pulses

Pulses are a low fat source of protein, with a high fiber content and low glycemic index. Pulses are very high in fiber, containing both soluble and insoluble fibers. Soluble fiber helps to decrease blood cholesterol levels and control blood sugar levels, and insoluble fiber helps with digestion and regularity.

Pulses, also known as grain legumes, are a group of 12 crops that includes dry beans, dry peas, chickpeas, and lentils. They are high in protein, fibre, and various vitamins, provide amino acids, and are hearty crops.

Because of their nitrogen fixing properties, pulses have a big role to play as a primary food source on a sustainable planet. They were one of the first crops to be domesticated by humans and have been farmed for millennia. They are also one of the largest plant families, with a vast number of species and varietals.