Pulses

Pulses
  • Dried pulses are rich in proteins containing about 19 to 24 per cent.
  • They are good sources of many B vitamins and minerals, but are deficient in vitamins A, D, B12 and C. Supplement effectively with cereals.
  • Puffed pulses e.g., puffed bengal gram and peas are consumed commonly as a snack by the low-income groups in India.
  • Tender pulses e.g., green Bengal gram, green peas, green field beans etc., contain fair amounts of vitamin C.
  • Further germination of pulses enhances the vitamin C content.
Pulses

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