Beans...a little bit at a time!

Any change you want to incorporate in your diet, it is a good idea to go gradually. If you want to integrate more legumes: beans and lentils in your diet, you have to get ready at different levels.

First, you need to learn about them, how to cook them, and which ones are easier to digest. Lentils, split peas and mung beans are the easier to digest and when you sprout them, they are even easier for your digestive system.

Once you found a recipe that you like, make sure you eat a small quantity to start with not to overload your system with a new substance. A few tablespoons (2 or 3) should be enough to get your body used to it in a meal.

You want to integrate these into meals a few times per week at first, it will give you and your family a chance to adapt to new taste and textures.

You want to make sure whenever you have beans, you are not eating with fruit or any thing sweet because it will make it much harder to digest. However, having beans with grains, nuts and seeds make for a perfect match, combining strengths!

Taking small steps here and there, you will find great cooking and tasting experiences!

Enjoy! )