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Lentils are a fantastic healthy addition to any diet. Around 30% of lentils calories come from protein, and in countries like Asia and Africa they're is a vital protein source. In order to make the most of this fabulous vegetarian protein, Lentils is best combined with grains or nuts and seeds, and you'll often find that recipes combine them this way. Combining it in this way provides complimentary amino acids (building blocks of protein) making a complete and usable protein.  mindbodygreen.com Lentils are also a fantastic source of low GI carbohydrates and fibre, making them fantastic for regulating blood sugar and providing sustained energy. Red lentils have less fibre than other types but are still a great fibre source. They contain a mix of soluble and insoluble fibre. Soluble fibre absorbs water and creates a gel like substance, softening the stool, insoluble fibre on the other hand, stays firm and pushes things through the digestive tract. Lentils are also a good so...

So, here we meet again, for the continuation of The Truth series. This is a series of articles for those of you who want to know exactly what a healthy diet is, with no crap or frilly bits. It’s just an honest look at achieving health. Hopefully you will learn enough from this series that you can immediately start making better food choices. Whether you’re trying to lose weight or improve your wellbeing, this information is for you. So far we have covered redhothealth.com       Protein -           What it is and why you need it -           How much protein you need -           Where you get your protein -           How do you get your daily intake -           Protein sources and saturated fats – I will be covering this in more detail when ...