Pinto Beans

Pinto Beans are the most popular bean in the United States and northwestern Mexico. Pinto beans can be cooked in variety of ways. They can mashed and turned into dips, or used for soups and baked dishes. Pinto beans are best combined with whole grain rice to produce an almost fat-free yet protein-rich meal. They are rich in fiber which helps bring down cholesterol, blood sugar levels, clean the digestive tract and preventing digestion-related disorders like diverticulosis. Additionally, fiber in pinto beans is also great in preventing coronary heart disease. Lastly, pinto beans are rich in minerals like folate, magnesium and potassium which lend the body numerous health benefitsv.