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kimmy beans aren't just a hearty
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addition to chili they're a powerful
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affordable superfood when it comes to
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supporting your heart packed with
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plant-based protein fiber antioxidants
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and important minerals kidney beans help
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manage several key risk factors for
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heart disease they're one of those
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simple foods that do a lot of heavy
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lifting when it comes to cardiovascular
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health one of the biggest benefits of
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kidney beans is their high fiber content
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just one serving delivers a significant
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dose of soluble fiber which is known for
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its ability to lower LDL cholesterol the
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bad cholesterol that contributes to
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plaque buildup in the arteries when
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fiber binds to cholesterol in the
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digestive system it helps remove it from
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the body before it can enter the
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bloodstream this not only improves your
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lipid profile but also helps reduce the
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risk of atherosclerosis and coronary
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artery disease kidney beans are also an
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excellent source of plant-based protein
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for those reducing their intake of red
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or processed meats beans offer a heart
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alternative that supports muscle
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function without the added saturated
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fats swapping in beans a few times a
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week can make a meaningful difference in
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your overall cardiovascular health their
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potassium and magnesium content adds
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another layer of heart
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protection potassium helps balance out
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the negative effects of sodium and
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supports healthy blood pressure
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magnesium supports healthy heart rhythms
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and proper muscle contraction including
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itself together these minerals work to
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maintain steady blood flow and reduce
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strain on the cardiovascular system
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kidney beans also offer a steady release
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of energy thanks to their low glycemic
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this means they don't spike blood sugar
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levels which is important because blood
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sugar swings and insulin resistance are
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linked to increased cardiovascular risk
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stable blood sugar supports healthy
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arteries and keeps inflammation in check
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both crucial for heart function and
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speaking of inflammation kidney beans
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contain natural antioxidants such as
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polyphenol which combat oxidative stress
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in the body oxidative stress contributes
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to inflammation arterial damage and
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eventually heart disease the protective
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compounds in kidney beans help reduce
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this damage and keep the vascular system
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in better shape the best part kidney
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beans are incredibly versatile and easy
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to use toss them into salads soups stews
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or grain bowls or even mash them into
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spreads and dips whether canned or dry
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they're budget friendly shelf stable and
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benefits in short kidney beans are an
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unassuming yet powerful ally in your
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heart health journey with their ability
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to lower cholesterol regulate blood
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pressure and reduce inflammation they
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earn a top spot in any heart conscious
