Seasoned nutritionists have clarified that beans contain more carbohydrates than protein, contrary to the notion in Nigeria that the staple is majorly protein-dense.
The nutrition experts explained that although beans are widely recognised for their protein content and health benefits, complex carbohydrates make up a larger proportion of their nutritional composition.
They noted that beans remain an important food source because they also provide fibre, vitamins, and minerals that support digestion and overall health.
Beans are one of the major staple foods in Nigeria, eaten in whole or in processed forms like bean cake, locally called Akara, and bean pudding, known as moi moi, and bean flour soup.
In several Nigerian dishes, beans are paired with other foods, such as beans and bread, beans and rice, beans and pap, and beans and garri.
