Beans, also known as pulses and legumes, have been present in human diets for thousands of years. Their benefits and nutritional value are massively significant and well-documented, so why have they been vanishing from our plates in recent years? In this guide, we will explore the incredible history of these nutrient-packed little morsels and everything we've learned about them throughout history, from their role in ancient medicine to the origins of chocolate and vanilla. This guide is intended to show just how much you could benefit from working more beans into your diet and give you some tips on doing just that!
