MY GRANDMA’S REMEDIES: BROAD BEANS
The broad bean, a staple in any allotment or vegetable patch, is among the most ancient plants in cultivation and one of the easiest to grow.
You don’t need to eat a bucketful to reap the benefits; even just a small handful provides a great source of B vitamins (which give you energy), fibre and protein. The beans are high in numerous minerals and vitamins such as folate and iron.
Folate is essential for the growth and development of red blood cells and can help to prevent anaemia. When eaten during pregnancy, it is thought to help prevent birth defects. The high levels of iron in beans mean they boost the immune system.
Broad beans are also a natural way to get rid of warts. Rub the furry inside of the pod on the wart and the wart should disappear in time.
Young broad beans can be enjoyed eaten straight from the pod, but older beans are best cooked in boiling water.
You don’t need to eat a bucketful to reap the benefits; even just a small handful provides a great source of B vitamins (which give you energy), fibre and protein. The beans are high in numerous minerals and vitamins such as folate and iron.
Folate is essential for the growth and development of red blood cells and can help to prevent anaemia. When eaten during pregnancy, it is thought to help prevent birth defects. The high levels of iron in beans mean they boost the immune system.
Broad beans are also a natural way to get rid of warts. Rub the furry inside of the pod on the wart and the wart should disappear in time.
Young broad beans can be enjoyed eaten straight from the pod, but older beans are best cooked in boiling water.