{"id":9124,"date":"2020-09-08T19:50:14","date_gmt":"2020-09-08T19:50:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=9124"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"bean-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"Bean Diet: Can This Oft-Overlooked Source Of Protein Shift Your Weight Loss Into High Gear?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#What_Are_Some_Benefits_Of_The_Bean_Diet\" >What Are Some Benefits Of The Bean Diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#What_To_Eat_On_The_Bean_Diet\" >What To Eat On The Bean Diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#7-Day_Bean_Diet_For_Weight_Loss\" >7-Day Bean Diet For Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Day_One\" >Day One<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Day_Two\" >Day Two<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Day_Three\" >Day Three<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Day_Four\" >Day Four<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Day_Five\" >Day Five<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Day_Six\" >Day Six<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Day_Seven\" >Day Seven<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#How_To_Make_Bean_Soup_For_Diet\" >How To Make Bean Soup For Diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Should_You_Follow_The_Rice_And_Bean_Diet\" >Should You Follow The Rice And Bean Diet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#How_Does_The_Bean_Diet_For_Weight_Loss_Work\" >How Does The Bean Diet For Weight Loss Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#Why_Is_A_Bean_Diet_Anti-Aging\" >Why Is A Bean Diet Anti-Aging?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#When_On_A_Bean_Diet_How_Much_Weight_Can_You_Lose\" >When On A Bean Diet How Much Weight Can You Lose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#The_Bottom_Line_Does_The_Bean_Diet_For_Weight_Loss_Work\" >The Bottom Line: Does The Bean Diet For Weight Loss Work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/bean-diet\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the bean diet, and how does it affect your weight loss? Find out how incorporating more legumes into your everyday meals can impact your weight loss goal and overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bean diet is not a diet per se but rather a suggested way of eating. Unlike traditional diets like Paleo, Mediterranean, Veganism, or Vegetarianism, this plan of eating does not restrict your foods to what you can or cannot eat. Instead, the bean diet requires you to have some beans in one or two of your meals every day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Some_Benefits_Of_The_Bean_Diet\"><\/span><b>What Are Some Benefits Of The Bean Diet?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Including legumes in your diet is not only cost-effective, but it is also quite beneficial to your health in multiple ways. They include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320192\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>1. Increased muscle mass<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Most people who frequently work out at home or from the gym could\u00a0 notice that their gains are coming in faster when they start eating more beans. Legumes provide you with high amounts of protein, which, when consumed, help with muscle repair and growth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bodybuilding.com\/content\/8-muscle-building-diet-essentials.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>2. Reduce calorie intake<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legumes are classified as complex carbs. Unlike simple carbs that digest faster, complex carbs take longer to pass through your system; thus they prevent snacking, which leads to increased calorie intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>3. Folate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is especially important for pregnant women, since folate plays a crucial role in the development of a healthy fetus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>4. Full of antioxidants<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They fight against free radicals that can cause cell damage resulting in various diseases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>5. Reduce the risk of heart disease<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They are high in fiber and may help lower cholesterol levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>6. May reduce the risk of cancer.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>7. May help stabilize glucose levels in the body and improve gut health.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/metabolism-boost-smoothies\/\">Metabolism Boost Smoothies to Instantly Foster Your Metabolism to Beast Mode<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32592 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-7-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-7.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-7-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-7.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-7-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-7.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_To_Eat_On_The_Bean_Diet\"><\/span>What To Eat On The Bean Diet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the only guideline for this eating plan is to make sure that you consume beans every day in your diet, it is also good to ensure that you are eating the right healthy foods. Examples of these include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/healthy_eating\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More fruit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More vegetables, especially dark leafy greens such as kale, lettuce, cabbage, spinach, and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grains such as whole-wheat flour, bulgur, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oatmeal-water-for-weight-loss\/\">oatmeal<\/a>, quinoa, whole cornmeal, and brown rice.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lean cuts of meat, eggs, chicken and turkey breast.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fatty\/oily fish like trout, salmon, sardines, eels, mackerel, herring, and tuna.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Day_Bean_Diet_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>7-Day Bean Diet For Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that this is not a crash diet. The below recipes are just a guideline to help you incorporate more legumes into your everyday life. This eating plan is suitable for anyone on a 1200 calorie deficit. Be sure to adjust the amount of food, servings of healthy snacks to meet your calorie goal for the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32568 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/5-6.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_One\"><\/span><strong>Day One<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Breakfast <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/11-possible-negative-side-effects-from-avocado\/\">Avocado<\/a> toast<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 slice whole-grain bread, 1\/2 avocado, salt and pepper to taste, sprinkle of chili flakes (optional)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 212. Fats: 12 g. Protein: 5 g. Carbs: 23 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Medium hard-boiled egg<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 68. Fats: 4.7 g. Protein: 5.5 g. Carbs: 0.5 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Lunch <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Brown rice and beans<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.2 cups brown rice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 small onion, 1 medium bell pepper, 3 garlic cloves, 450 g vegetable broth, 425 g canned tomatoes, 1 tsp cumin, 1\/2 tsp chili powder, 2 cups kidney beans<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 3 servings. 1 serving = 1.5 cups<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 495. Fats: 6 g. Protein: 17 g. Carbs: 95 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Yogurt bowl<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 cup strawberries, 1 square dark chocolate<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 141. Fats: 3 g. Protein: 9 g. Carbs: 20 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Dinner <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Spicy chilli and broccoli<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>For the chilli<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; 1\/2 tbsp olive oil, 1\/2 onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp tomato puree, 1\/2 tbsp chilli powder, 200 g canned <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/tomato-diet\/\">tomatoes<\/a>, 250 ml low sodium vegetable stock, 200 g canned beans, 1 bell pepper, 1 lime<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 2 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blanched broccoli &#8211; 1 cup broccoli, 2 garlic cloves, 1\/2 tsp olive oil,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 223. Fats: 8 g. Protein: 11 g. Carbs: 25 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Zero % yogurt<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 81. Fats: 0.5 g. Protein: 14 g. Carbs: 5.7 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Total Intake for the Day<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Calories: 1217. Fats: 34.2 g. Protein: 61.5 g. Carbs: 169.2 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32563 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/10-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/10-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/10-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/10-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/10-1-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/10-1.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_Two\"><\/span><strong>Day Two<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Breakfast <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Protein pancakes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 eggs, 2 scoops whey protein powder, 1 tsp baking powder, 85 g almond milk<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 8 pancakes. 1 serving = 4 pancakes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 305. Fats: 12 g. Protein: 32 g. Carbs: 16 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Cheese and berries<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup cottage cheese and 100 g blueberries<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 137. Fats: 2 g. Protein: 13 g. Carbs: 20 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Lunch <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; 3 bean salad<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">425 g canned black beans, 425 g canned kidney beans, 425 g cannellini beans, 2 bell peppers (red and green), 1 red onion, 1\/2 cup olive oil, 1\/2 cup wine vinegar, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp white sugar, 1 garlic clove, a handful of cilantro, 1\/2 tbsp ground cumin, 1\/2 teaspoon chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 334. Fats: 14.8 g. Protein: 11.2 g. Carbs: 41.7 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Dinner <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Shrimp stir fry and cauliflower rice<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 garlic clove, 3\/4 tbsp brown sugar, 1\/4 tsp sesame oil, 113 g deveined shrimp, 1\/4 bell pepper, 31 g shredded carrots, 45 g low sodium chicken broth, 1\/4 tsp cornstarch, 1\/2 cup broccoli florets, 1\/4 cup sugar snap peas, 200 g cauliflower rice<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 294. Fats: 6.9 g. Protein: 30.7 g. Carbs: 23.7 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Hummus and cucumber<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 tbsp hummus and 1 large cucumber<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 139. Fats: 8 g. Protein: 5 g. Carbs: 12 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Total Intake for the Day<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Calories: 1209. Fats: 43.7 g. Protein: 91.9 g. Carbs: 113.4 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32267 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4533-1024x576.png\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4533.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4533-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4533.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4533.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_Three\"><\/span><strong>Day Three<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Breakfast <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Green Smoothie<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup baby spinach,2 tbsp mint leaves, 1 chopped celery stalk, 1\/2 cup brewed green tea, 1\/2 large <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/grapefruit-diet\/\">grapefruit<\/a>, 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks, 1\/4 large avocado<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 218. Fats: 8.4 g. Protein: 4.5 g. Carbs: 37.5 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Greek yogurt parfait<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 serving of almonds, 150 g mixed berries<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 290. Fats: 15 g. Protein: 15 g. Carbs: 20 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Lunch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Egg and bean salad<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 hard-boiled eggs, 100 g beans, 1\/2 cup lettuce, 1\/2 small carrot, 1\/4 yellow bell pepper, 1\/2 small cucumber, 60 g green beans, 4 cherry tomatoes, 1\/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1\/2 tbsp olive oil<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 317. Fats: 20 g. Protein: 27 g. Carbs: 25 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Protein bar<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 188. Fats: 6.6 g. Protein: 20 g. Carbs: 10 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Dinner <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Steamed bass and cabbage<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 sea bass, 1 red chilli, 1 tsp ginger, 300 g finely shredded green cabbage, 2 tsp sunflower oil, 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 thinly sliced garlic cloves, 2 tsp low sodium soy sauce<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 188. Fats: 8 g. Protein: 23 g. Carbs: 8 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Total Intake for the Day<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Calories: 1201. Fats: 8 g. Protein: 89.5 g. Carbs: 100.5 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38241 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4982-1024x576.png\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4982.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4982-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4982.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4982-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-4982.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_Four\"><\/span><strong>Day Four<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Breakfast <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Oat pancakes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup rolled oats, 1\/2 cup almond milk, 1 large <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/boiled-egg-diet\/\">egg<\/a>, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp baking powder, 158 g all-purpose flour.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes two servings. 1 serving = 3 pancakes each.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 274. Fats: 5.5 g. Protein: 10 g. Carbs: 46 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Lunch <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Zucchini and pea pasta<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amummytoo.co.uk\/jamie-olivers-courgette-and-pea-pasta\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 garlic clove, 1 large zucchini, 1 tsp olive oil, 125 g strips of lasagne sheets, 80 g frozen peas, 7.5 g mint leaves, 25 g Parmesan cheese<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The above ingredients make 2 servings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 262. Fats: 11 g. Protein: 13.7 g. Carbs: 27.3 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Chocolate Peanut butter cups<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingbirdfood.com\/peanut-butter-cups\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup peanut butter, 1 cup melted chocolate, 3 tbsp coconut oil, 1\/4 maple syrup.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These measurements make about 12 cups. 1 serving = 1 cup<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 208. Fats: 15 g. Protein: 4 g. Carbs: 20 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Dinner <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Pinto bean Buddha bowl<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3\/4 cup rinsed canned pinto beans, 2\/3 cup cooked quinoa, 1\/4 cup hummus, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1\/4 medium avocado, 3 tbsp salsa, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 523. Fats: 19 g. Protein: 20 g. Carbs: 69 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Total Intake for the Day<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Calories: 1267. Fats: 50.5 g. Protein: 47.7 g. Carbs: 162.3 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_Five\"><\/span><strong>Day Five<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Breakfast <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Beans on toast<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 tbsp olive oil, 1 small onion, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, 3 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 130 g white beans, 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 4 slices protein bread<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 4 servings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 325. Fats: 19.3 g. Protein: 11 g. Carbs: 28.8 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Lunch <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Stuffed peppers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellplated.com\/italian-stuffed-peppers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 large red bell peppers, 2 tbsp olive oil, 226 g ground chicken, 2 tbsp Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1\/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 198 g diced tomatoes, 1 1\/2 cups cooked brown rice, 1 cup shredded Mozzarella, 1\/2 cup Parmesan, 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 2 servings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 437. Fats: 22 g. Protein: 34 g. Carbs: 27 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Dinner <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Moroccan chicken (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodfaithfitness.com\/moroccan-chicken-skillet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 small chicken breasts, 1\/2 tbsp olive oil, 2 cups bite sized cauliflower pieces, 1 large carrot, 1\/2 cup onion, 1 1\/2 tsp minced ginger, 1 1\/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1\/4 tsp paprika, 1\/8 tsp ground allspice, 3\/4 cup orange juice, 1\/2 cup crushed tomatoes, 2 dates, 1\/2 minced cilantro, 2 tbsp roasted pistachios, 1\/2 a small cucumber.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 2 servings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 427. Fats: 12.1 g. Protein: 44 g. Carbs: 39.6 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Total Intake for the Day<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Calories: 1189. Fats: 53.4 g. Protein: 89 g. Carbs: 95.4 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32120 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4414.png\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4414.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4414-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4414.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_Six\"><\/span><strong>Day Six<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Breakfast<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Oat pancakes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/2 cup rolled oats, 1\/2 cup almond milk, 1 large egg, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tbsp baking powder, 158 g all purpose flour.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes two servings. 1 serving = 3 pancakes each.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 274. Fats: 5.5 g. Protein: 10 g. Carbs: 46 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Lunch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Steamed bass, cabbage and cauliflower rice<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 sea bass, 1 red chilli, 1 tsp ginger, 300 g finely shredded green cabbage, 2 tsp sunflower oil, 1 tsp sesame oil, 2 thinly sliced garlic cloves, 2 tsp low sodium soy sauce, 200 g cauliflower rice<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 290. Fats: 11.9 g. Protein: 27.7 g. Carbs: 16.7 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Snack <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Smoothie<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup Greek yogurt, 1\/4 cup strawberries, 1\/4 cup raspberries, 1\/4 cup blueberries, 1 medium banana, 2 tbsp oats,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 222. Fats: 1 g. Protein: 11 g. Carbs: 46 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Dinner <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Pan Fried sesame beef (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theironyou.com\/2016\/02\/vietnamese-pan-grilled-sesame-beef.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and brown rice<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">453 g beef, 2 tsp freshly grated ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1\/2 cup sesame seeds, salt and pepper to taste. 100 g cooked brown rice<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 410. Fats: 16.9 g. Protein: 36.6 g. Carbs: 27 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Total Intake for the Day<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Calories: 1196. Fats: 35.3 g. Protein: 85.3 g. Carbs: 135.7 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32124 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4570-1024x576.png\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4570.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4570-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4570.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4570.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_Seven\"><\/span><strong>Day Seven<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Breakfast <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Beans on toast<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 tbsp olive oil, 1 small onion, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, 3 garlic cloves, 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 130 g white beans, 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, 4 slices protein bread<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes 4 servings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 325. Fats: 19.3 g. Protein: 11 g. Carbs: 28.8 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Lunch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; 3 bean salad<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">425 g canned black beans, 425 g canned kidney beans, 425 g cannellini beans, 2 bell peppers (red and green), 1 red onion, 1\/2 cup olive oil, 1\/2 cup wine vinegar, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp white sugar, 1 garlic clove, handful of cilantro, 1\/2 tbsp ground cumin, 1\/2 teaspoon chili powder, salt and pepper to taste<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 334. Fats: 14.8 g. Protein: 11.2 g. Carbs: 41.7 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Dinner <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Thai Chicken Buddha bowl<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/damndelicious.net\/2018\/01\/04\/thai-chicken-buddha-bowls\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 cup farro, 1\/4 cup chicken stock, 1 1\/2 tbsp ground fresh chile paste, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp lime juice, 453 g chicken breast, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 shallot, 1 tbsp grated ginger,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups shredded kale, 1 1\/2 cups shredded purple cabbage, 1 cup bean sprouts, 2 grated carrots, 1\/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, 1\/4 cup roasted peanuts<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>For the sauce <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; 3 tbsp creamy peanut butter, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp reduced sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp dark brown sugar, 2 tbsp ground fresh chile paste<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This makes 4 servings<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 503. Fats: 18 g. Protein: 28 g. Carbs: 61 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Total Intake for the Day<\/i><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Calories: 1162. Fats: 52.1 g. Protein: 50.2 g. Carbs: 131.8 g<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32092 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4607.png\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4607.png 960w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4607-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-4607.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Make_Bean_Soup_For_Diet\"><\/span>How To Make Bean Soup For Diet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another way to enjoy this bean diet is to make soup with\u00a0 these legumes. The bean soup is packed full of low in calories and packed with incredible nutrients. Here is a simple recipe that you can easily make at home (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.favfamilyrecipes.com\/weight-loss-magic-soup\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Ingredients <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; 181 g chicken broth, 141 g vegetable broth, 159 g diced tomatoes, 1 small onion, 2 garlic cloves, 45 g sliced mushrooms, 1 small carrot, 1 medium-sized zucchini, 1 yellow squash, 100 grams green beans, 79 grams kidney beans, 200 g shredded cabbage, salt, and pepper to taste<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Method<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a large frying pan sprayed with cooking spray, saut\u00e9 garlic, onions, carrots, and mushrooms for about 5 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a large crockpot, combine saut\u00e9ed garlic and vegetables with the remaining ingredients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cook on high for 2-3 hours, or until the vegetables are fork-tender.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PS: If you are not willing to wait 2 to 3 hours for your soup to be ready, opt for canned beans as they take a much shorter time to cook.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe makes four servings. Store the rest of the soup in an airtight container or ziplock bags and keep in your fridge\/freezer for later use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories per Serving: 57. Fats: 1 g. Proteins: 4 g. Carbohydrates: 11 g.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32087 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4618-1024x576.png\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4618.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4618-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4618.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Frame-4618.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Follow_The_Rice_And_Bean_Diet\"><\/span>Should You Follow The Rice And Bean Diet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rice and bean diet could be effective for someone who wants to eat better but still save money. However, how does this diet work? This eating plan is exactly what it sounds like. You consume rice and beans to try and lose weight in a healthy and cost-effective manner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A point to note is that not all rice is made the same. Irrespective of your preferred brand, it is advisable to always choose brown or wild rice over white rice. Unlike the white version, brown and wild rice are whole grains and complex carbohydrates.They are full of fiber, vitamins, and nutrients, which are often stripped from white rice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to all the nutritional components found in brown and wild rice, they can\u00a0 help control blood sugar, thus, be healthy for people with diabetes, keep you fuller for longer, can help lower the risk of heart disease, and may help increase the level of antioxidants in your blood (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/brown-vs-white-rice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The types of bean that you choose to consume on this diet variation do not matter. All legumes are also considered to be healthy carbs that take longer to digest, unlike simple carbs. They also control your blood cholesterol levels and promote regularity in your bowel movements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While these two foods are great on their own, when combined, they make an even better meal as they provide you with B complex vitamins, vitamins A and C, folate, fiber, and amino acids, which are usually incomplete\u00a0 in legumes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/302939-rice-bean-diet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that eating just rice and bean every day can lead to some nutrient deficiencies. To avoid this, be sure to eat more vegetables, especially dark leafy greens, and change your protein source to oily fish, which have the amino acids that are severely lacking in legumes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/450404-is-eating-beans-brown-rice-everyday-bad-for-you\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/brown-rice-diet\/\">Brown Rice Diet: Why You Should Double Down On This Underappreciated Grain<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32032 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4557-1024x576.png\" alt=\"bean diet\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4557.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4557-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4557.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4557-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Frame-4557.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_The_Bean_Diet_For_Weight_Loss_Work\"><\/span>How Does The Bean Diet For Weight Loss Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legumes and lentils have long been known to be appetite suppressants (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320625\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Due to their high fibre content, they help create a feeling of fullness and satisfaction after they are consumed. This means when you constantly consume legumes, you are less likely to snack, thus reducing your calorie intake, which leads to weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_A_Bean_Diet_Anti-Aging\"><\/span>Why Is A Bean Diet Anti-Aging?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This diet claims to be potentially\u00a0 anti-aging due to its antioxidant effects. These antioxidants from beans fight off the damage caused by free radicals, which helps protect your organs and tissues from long-term problems caused by metabolism and unhealthy foods as you age (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/the-anti-aging-benefits-of-beans-2223860\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_On_A_Bean_Diet_How_Much_Weight_Can_You_Lose\"><\/span>When On A Bean Diet How Much Weight Can You Lose?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first thing to remember is that weight loss is not dependent on diet alone. For effective weight loss, you must eat the right foods, keep within your calorie intake, and exercise. In 2016, 940 men and women participated in a research where they were required to consume legumes, peas and chickpeas every day. They lost on average 0.34 kgs in six weeks (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2016\/03\/160330135255.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A point to note is that participants did not make any changes to their food intake nor were they required to work out. This shows that a bean diet could\u00a0 help you lose weight, but you need to do more to boost these results. Start by going on a 500-calorie deficit a day and working out for at least 30 minutes every day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line_Does_The_Bean_Diet_For_Weight_Loss_Work\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line: Does The Bean Diet For Weight Loss Work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it could work. But only if you eat within your recommended energy\u00a0 deficit. Remember that even calories from healthy food options count. As long as you eat within your calorie intake and exercise, you should lose weight while on the bean diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, while eating legumes does not cause adverse side effects (other than bloating and passing gas), you should still make sure to consult a doctor and dietitian before attempting this diet to avoid nutrient deficiencies.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Bean_Diet\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><strong>DISCLAIMER:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on to make decisions of any kind. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any medical conditions. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><strong>SOURCES:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingbirdfood.com\/peanut-butter-cups\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5-Ingredient Healthier Peanut Butter Cups<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, eatingbirdfood.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bodybuilding.com\/content\/8-muscle-building-diet-essentials.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 Muscle-Building Diet Essentials!<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, bodybuilding.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/brown-vs-white-rice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brown vs White Rice &#8211; Which Is Better For Your Health?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, healthline.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodfaithfitness.com\/moroccan-chicken-skillet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EASY MOROCCAN CHICKEN RECIPE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, foodfaithfitness.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2016\/03\/160330135255.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating beans, peas, chickpeas or lentils may help lose weight and keep it off<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, sciencedaily.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/healthyweight\/healthy_eating\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy Eating for a Healthy Weight<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, cdc.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/450404-is-eating-beans-brown-rice-everyday-bad-for-you\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Eating Beans and Brown Rice Everyday Bad for You?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, livestrong.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellplated.com\/italian-stuffed-peppers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italian Stuffed Peppers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, wellplated.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amummytoo.co.uk\/jamie-olivers-courgette-and-pea-pasta\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jamie Oliver&#8217;s courgette and pea pasta<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (n.d, amummytoo.co.uk)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.com\/article\/302939-rice-bean-diet\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rice &amp; Bean Diet<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (n.d, livestrong.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320625\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ten natural ways to suppress appetite<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/damndelicious.net\/2018\/01\/04\/thai-chicken-buddha-bowls\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">THAI CHICKEN BUDDHA BOWLS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, damndelicious.net)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/the-anti-aging-benefits-of-beans-2223860\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Anti-Aging Benefits of Beans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, verywellfit.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theironyou.com\/2016\/02\/vietnamese-pan-grilled-sesame-beef.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VIETNAMESE PAN-GRILLED SESAME BEEF<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, theironyou.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.favfamilyrecipes.com\/weight-loss-magic-soup\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight Loss Magic Soup<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, favfamilyrecipes.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320192\">What are the health benefits of beans?<\/a> (2020, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is the bean diet, and how does it affect your weight loss? 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Find out how incorporating more legumes into your everyday meals can impact your weight loss goal and overall health.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The bean diet is not a diet per se but rather a suggested way of eating. Unlike traditional diets like Paleo, Mediterranean, Veganism, or Vegetarianism, this plan of eating does not restrict your foods to what you can or cannot eat. Instead, the bean diet requires you to have some beans in one or two of your meals every day.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Are Some Benefits Of The Bean Diet?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Including legumes in your diet is not only cost-effective, but it is also quite beneficial to your health in multiple ways. They include (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320192\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">):<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<b>1. 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Find out how incorporating more legumes into your everyday meals can impact your weight loss goal and overall health.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bean diet is not a diet per se but rather a suggested way of eating. Unlike traditional diets like Paleo, Mediterranean, Veganism, or Vegetarianism, this plan of eating does not restrict your foods to what you can or cannot eat. Instead, the bean diet requires you to have some beans in one or two of your meals every day.<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Are Some Benefits Of The Bean Diet?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Including legumes in your diet is not only cost-effective, but it is also quite beneficial to your health in multiple ways. They include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/320192\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>1. Increased muscle mass<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Most people who frequently work out at home or from the gym could\u00a0 notice that their gains are coming in faster when they start eating more beans. Legumes provide you with high amounts of protein, which, when consumed, help with muscle repair and growth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bodybuilding.com\/content\/8-muscle-building-diet-essentials.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>2. Reduce calorie intake<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legumes are classified as complex carbs. Unlike simple carbs that digest faster, complex carbs take longer to pass through your system; thus they prevent snacking, which leads to increased calorie intake.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>3. Folate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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