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Native to America, cranberry broad beans, which belong to legumes, were already known and enjoyed centuries ago. The Indians are approx. It has been cultivated for 5000 years, it first came to Europe in the 1500s, and from there it reached the rest of the world, Africa, Asia and Australia. Folk medicine used it to treat many problems, such as eczema, acne, hiccups, rheumatism, diarrhea, burns, urination and cardiovascular complaints. Thanks to its valuable ingredients, it plays an important role in both disease prevention and dietary treatment.Research proves that cranberry beans help prevent obesity and type 2 diabetes through their complex carbohydrates, high fiber and protein content, and other valuable ingredients. Its regular consumption reduces the cholesterol level, thereby reducing the risk of heart and vascular diseases.

Peas have long been known and used in European kitchens. In recent years, numerous studies have confirmed the positive effects of legumes, including yellow peas, on health. Yellow peas contain a lot of valuable nutrients and biologically active ingredients necessary for the proper functioning of the body. It contains complex carbohydrates, so it is absorbed slowly and raises the blood sugar level, thereby providing a feeling of fullness and playing a role in the prevention of diabetes. Thanks to its high fiber content, it contributes to the health of the digestive system, promotes digestion, helps prevent/treat constipation and lowers cholesterol. A high-fiber diet can contribute to reducing the risk of colon and rectal cancer and the risk of cardiovascular diseases. It is an excellent source of protein, so it is also recommended for vegetarians. Proteins are the structural elements of muscles, bones, connective tissues, tendons, hair, as well as components of hormones and enzymes.

Buckwheat is a gluten-free pseudocereal (fake grain) belonging to the Polygonaceae family. Thanks to its high nutritional value, it is known for its many beneficial effects on health. It contains valuable proteins, fatty acids, dietary fiber, minerals and other health-supporting components such as phenols and sterols. Due to its components, it is considered a functional food. Any food that not only has a nutritional function, but also helps the human body to function more efficiently and healthily with one or more additional properties can be called functional. Some research proves that regular consumption of buckwheat reduces the appearance of inflammation. It optimizes the cholesterol level, reduces the level of LDL, also known as "bad" cholesterol, while increasing the "good" HDL cholesterol in the blood, thus, it plays an important role in the prevention of heart diseases.

The lentil belongs to the legume order, the legume family. It spread from the mountains of Asia, it is one of the oldest cultivated plants, it was already consumed in Central Europe during the Stone Age. Rich in various nutrients, it is one of the most abundant plant protein sources after soy, contains 24-26% protein, and carries amino acids in a highly usable and easily digestible form. In terms of digestibility, it is more favorable than, for example, beans or peas. It is one of the favorite and frequently eaten dishes of vegetarians. A big advantage over animal protein sources is that it does not contain cholesterol and saturated fats, yet our food is rich in protein and amino acids. Its carbohydrate content is significant, but since it contains them in a slowly absorbed form, it moderately raises the blood sugar level, so it also has its place in the diet of diabetics.

Barley is a monocot plant belonging to the grass family. Due to its gluten content, it is cereal-based and cannot be consumed by people who are sensitive to flour. Barley likes a cooler, wetter climate and does not feel bad at high altitudes: it can be found up to 1,000 meters in the European snows and up to 4,300 meters in the Himalayas. The most ancient and still the most important cereal of the cold temperate zone, its place of origin is Tibet and the Central Chinese Highlands. Peeled barley? What does this procedure mean? Hulling is the separation of the shell and the inner part of the kernels of certain cereals or legumes suitable for this purpose (rice, peas, barley, millet, sorghum, oats, etc.) using different hulling machines, preferably with minimal flour and debris formation. From the thus obtained core, a peeled product suitable for human consumption is produced with additional surface treatment and refining processes.

The sunflower spread from North America to Europe during the great geographical discoveries. It became established as an ornamental plant in the gardens of gentlemen, then moved to peasant gardens, and later to fields. Even today, its seed is one of our favorite snacks, and its oil is an important element of healthy nutrition. Its moderate consumption has a positive effect on our body as a whole thanks to its valuable ingredients. According to research, it contributes to the prevention of many diseases. It is rich in magnesium, a mineral that plays an important role in the metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, in normalizing circulation, in reducing cholesterol levels. The phosphorus contained in it contributes to the proper functioning of the nervous system, and plays an important role in the development and strengthening of bones and teeth.