Benefits of white bean flour

White bean flour helps to reduce cholesterol and to lose weight because it is rich in phaseolamine, a protein that decreases digestion and absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine, which causes less calories to be absorbed and less fat to be produced.

However, the flour must be produced from raw beans, without heating, in order not to lose the phaseolamine. Thus, it brings the following health benefits:

Help in weight loss, by reducing the absorption of carbohydrates and being rich in fiber; Decrease hunger, as the fibers prolong the feeling of satiety; Improve bowel function, because it is rich in fiber; Help control diabetes, by reducing the increase in blood sugar; Reduce cholesterol, as it is rich in fiber; Reduce irritation in the intestine, as it does not contain gluten.

To obtain these benefits, you should consume 5 g or 1 coffee spoon of white bean flour diluted in water, 30 minutes before lunch and dinner.

Nutritional information

The following table provides nutritional information for 100 g of white bean flour:

Quantity: 100 g of white bean flour
Energy:	285 kcal
Carbohydrates:	40 g
Proteins:	15 g
Fats:	0 g
Fibers:	20 g
Calcium:	125 mg
Iron:	5 mg
Sodium:	0 mg

This flour can be consumed either with water before meals or added in preparations such as broths, soups, vitamins, breads and pancakes.

How to make flour at home

To make white bean flour at home, you must wash 1 kg of the beans in water and let it dry for 3 days. When it is very dry, place the beans in a blender or processor and beat well until a fine flour forms. With the help of a sieve, remove the less crushed parts and beat again until very fine powder is obtained.

Then, the flour must be stored in a tightly closed dark glass jar, which must be kept in a dry and ventilated place, with a shelf life of about 3 months. See other 4 flours that can also be used to lose weight.

White bean flour in capsules

The white bean flour in capsules that can be found in handling pharmacies or health food stores, for about 20 reais, with 60 capsules of 5000 mg each. In this case, it is advisable to take 1 capsule before lunch and another before dinner.

Cautions and Contraindications

However, it is important to remember that people with a history of hypoglycemia, children and pregnant women should not consume white bean flour, as they are at risk of having a drop in blood sugar, which can cause malaise and fainting.

In addition, you should not consume more than 30 g of this flour per day, nor use it for more than 30 days without guidance from the doctor or nutritionist, as it also prevents the absorption of some important nutrients, such as iron and proteins.