Running: A Fever

http://RunningAFEVER.com I keep hearing from various sources on the importance of beans in our diets. Dan Buettner says they are one of the world's greatest longevity foods, and recommends eating a cup a day. What are beans? A bean is a seed of a group of plants called Fabaceae, though it also is applied to other things, for example, Jelly Beans! which are not seeds of any plant. What are the nutritional benefits? There are many. Beans are high in fiber, protein, antioxidants. They are also rich in vitamins, especially the B vitamins, such as Thiamine (B1), Roboflavin (B2), and Folate (B9). B vitamins are important in energy level, brain function (I could use all of that I can get), and preventing infections. Vitamin K, used in blood clotting, and vitamin E, which has numerous benefits including lowering cancer risk, are also common in beans.  Beans are one of the most nutrient-dense foods on earth. 1 serving is 123 calories. There are other health benefits as well. They can reduce cholesterol, decrease blo