African black beans-cow pea (Akidi)

African black beans -cow pea is a special type of beans,locally known as akidi in Igbo.it is relished as a native delicacy and contributes significantly to d meals in the south Eastern part of Nigeria. Akidi is a small tiny bean seed with two common species reddish , and black NUTRITION According to the National Nutrient Database. One-half cup(86g) of cooked black beans contains approximately. . Energy: 114 kilocalories .protein 7.62g .fat 0.46 g .carbohydrates: 20.39g .fiber 7.5g .sugars:0-28g .calcium: 23milligrams .iron: Phosphorus: 120mg .potassium: Sodium: 1mg .zinc .vitamin Health benefits of black beans or Akidi Maintaining health bone Lowering blood pressure Managing diabetes Warding off heart disease Preventing cancer Reduces weight.