Chickpeas: A Nutrient-Dense Food That Feeds Gut Bacteria and Improves Digestive Function

High in iron, protein, and other nutrients, chickpeas also promote satiety, support gut health, and even help manage blood sugar levels.

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Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, have been a staple in cuisines around the world for thousands of years, from Middle Eastern hummus to Indian chana masala to Mediterranean salads. Today, they’ve become a global go-to source of plant-based protein.

Describing them merely as a protein source misses, however, misses the mark.