Good news, legume lovers: “The truth is that the best beans are any and all beans,” Alderson said. “From butter beans to cannellini beans, they’re collectively very rich in fibre, protein and starch, and they also provide key minerals and naturally occurring phytoestrogens. “When it comes to canned beans, I always say that canned is better than no beans at all,” she told HuffPost UK. Canned beans are affordable, convenient, and make it much easier to maintain a consistent intake.”AdvertisementStill, the nutritionist advised, glass jars are the “gold standard”. Are cooked and cooled or hot beans better for us?

Source: Huffington Post February 03, 2026 07:35 UTC