The health benefits of Hummus

 The health benefits of Hummus 

Hummus is a delicious savoury spread/dip that has some amazing health benefits for the human body . This is made by blending chickpeas, sesame seeds, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt and garlic in a food processor. 

In today's article we will explore 15 facts and health benefits of eating hummus. 

1. Depression Hummus is one of the healthiest foods for those suffering with depression. It contains Vitamin B6 and Methionine which help to lift your mood and make you feel better. Use carrot sticks or celery to dip into hummus for a healthy snack. 

2. Diabetes This is also a very filling and delicious dip for those with diabetes. Because it contains healthy oils from olives and sesame seeds, it helps to keep blood sugars under control, and reduce insulin resistance naturally. 

3. Fights Inflammation Ensure that you choose a high quality hummus which contains extra virgin olive oil and not soy/vegetable oil. Olive oil and garlic within hummus helps to fight inflammation in the body. This reduces the risk of age related diseases like heart attack, stroke, or Alzheimer's disease. 

4. Blood Pressure One of hummus key ingredients is tahini, which is actually ground sesame seeds. These contain lignans (sesamin & sesamolin) which boost oxygen levels in the blood and can naturally lower blood pressure for those with hypertension. 

5. Microbiome The chickpea element in this dish is also rich in fiber which feeds the friendly bacteria in your gut. This helps these friendly microbes to make butyrate which helps to heal the digestive system. It also helps to prevent colon cancer and boost your immune system. 

6. Liver Health We also recommend eating hummus if you suffer with liver problems such as cirrhosis or fatty liver disease. Hummus contains molybdenum, a mineral which helps to detoxify harmful chemicals from the liver and improve its function. 

7. Weight Loss We highly recommend following a healthy keto diet plan if you wish to lose weight. Hummus is actually one of the best foods that you can consume on keto, because it contains lots of keto friendly ingredients that support weight management. It helps to keep cravings at bay as it is rich in healthy fats. 

8. Kidney Health The lemon juice ingredient is also wonderful to prevent the formation of kidney stones. It contains citric acid which also helps to digest the hummus. It is also rich in Vitamin C to help prevent kidney infections. 

9. Mineral Rich Many people are deficient in minerals and electrolytes which can make you weaker and more susceptible to infections. Luckily hummus is packed full of minerals. It also contains sea salt which provides over 94 trace minerals. All of these work together to improve body chemistry and enzyme function. 

10. Fights Infections One of the key ingredients in hummus is garlic. This bulb is actually one of the most powerful super foods in the world for fighting off infections and diseases. It is anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral and antiparasitic. 

11. PCOS Protein rich foods like hummus, nuts, eggs and fish are all excellent for women suffering with polycystic ovary syndrome. The healthy fats and proteins in this dip help to balance hormones and maintain a healthy body. 

12. Body Building The combination of protein, healthy fats and carbs in hummus is particularly good for body builders. This helps to slowly release carbohydrates into the blood stream, which is good to consume about 2-2.5 after training. 

13. Check Ingredients When purchasing hummus, always check the ingredients to make sure there are no added preservatives or fillers. It should contain olive oil as opposed to vegetable oil, soy oil or canola oil. 

14. Recipe You Will Need: 2 cups of canned chickpeas, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/3 cup tahini, 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, 2 garlic cloves peeled and crushed and a pinch of sea salt. Place these ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth. Enjoy this as a tasty dip with celery or carrot, or on low carb bread or wraps. 

15. Nutrients Hummus is a fantastic source of protein, fiber and health fats. It is loaded with manganese, copper, folate, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, molybdenum, zinc iron, thiamine, Vitamin B6 and potassium. As you can see hummus is a fantastic health food, as long as it is made with high quality ingredients. We highly recommend making this yourself at home in a food processor. It can be one the most powerful snacks in your arsenal when following any eating plan. It is nut free, dairy free and protective for the gallbladder for people with sensitivities. 

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