Organic Mung Beans are high in phytoestrogens like genistein and daidzein, calcium, protein (noncomplete), iron (non-heme), zinc, folate, carbohydrates and lastly are high in fibre, for proper and regular digestive functioning. They contain no cholesterol. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, mung beans are cooling, associated with stomach and spleen, tonifies Yin and is a great detoxifying food as it is said to "cleanse the blood", especially sprouted mung beans.

Remember that combining beans or pulses with a grain like amaranth or rice gives you a complete protein. Also, it's helpful to remember that sprouted beans, pulses, legumes contain more nutrients and are easier to digest due to their enzyme content.

NOTE: Before use, all beans should be soaked in cold water overnight or for at least ten hours. Make sure you cover the beans with a large volume of water because they will swell up considerably. When ready to cook, discard the soaking water and rinse beans under running water.

Certified Organic: ACO

Country of Origin: Australia