South Beach Diet Phase One Recipes

South Beach Diet Phase One Recipes

South Beach Diet Phase One Recipes

Beans are an excellent source of protein, as well as vitamins and minerals. They offer a number of nutritional benefits, including acting as a source of dietary fiber, both soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber plays a vital role in lowering blood cholesterol levels, which helps to prevent heart disease. They are also sources of calcium for strong bones, potassium for lowering blood pressure and folate, a B vitamin which plays a role in cell development in the early stages of pregnancy.

The number of "legal" dessert recipes available in Phases 1 and 2 of the South Beach diet is a bit sparse, and it can sometimes be difficult to create sweet treats that stave off the cravings while sticking to the diet. This is where brownies made from beans can make a difference. When baked, these brownies have a very similar consistency to standard brownies made with flour, and yet they are packed with nutrients.