Pigeon peas or fiofio

 Pigeon peas are a type of legume scientifically called cajunus casun,they belong to the fabaceae family .they are small round to oral mostly cherry red coloured seeds. However they come in other variations like white,brown. They have a mild flavour which makes them perfect for culinary combination. In Nigeria pigeon peas is called fiofio in Igbo, in housa is called waken_masar or waken and otili or otinli in yoruba .

Health benefits   of  pigeon peas

Pigeon peas is a good source of protein,dietary fiber and various vitamins and minerals

They health benefits include

Regulate blood pressure

Promote growth and development

Prevent anemia

Promote weight loss

Boosts energy

Heart health

Improve digestion

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