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.