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Soybeans are a very rich source of plant-based protein and fat. What’s more, their high fiber content is good for your gut health. Soya beans are rich in vitamin K, potassium, isoflavones and magnesium, these help in preventing high blood pressure, improving bone health and decrease menopause symptoms.

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Kidney beans are a good source of several vitamins and minerals, such as molybdenum, folate, iron, copper, manganese, potassium, and vitamin K1 which help in controlling blood sugar, preventing diabetes.

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As gluten-free high protein grain millet is popular in Chinese cuisine. It provides plenty of phosphorus and magnesium and finger millet packs more calcium than any other cereal. In Chinese Yangsheng (nurture life) millet is good for spleen, digesting system and kidney.

Quinoa 藜麦 li mai

Quinoa is complete protein which contains all nine essential amino acids. It has great benefits in controlling blood sugar, cholesterol level, inflammation and boosting immune system.

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Corn is rich in vitamin C, Yellow corn is a good source of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, which are good for eye health. Corn also has smaller amounts of vitamins B, E, and K, along with minerals like magnesium and potassium for better blood pressure.

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Chestnuts are rich in vitamin C, magnesium and calcium. They are good for balancing blood sugar, heart health and digestion. According to TCM chestnuts are good for blood circulation, kidney and stomach. 性温味甘，活血养胃，健脾补肾。