{"product_id":"green-beans-1","title":"Green Beans","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreen beans are an inexpensive, versatile, easy-to-find source of healthy carbohydrates, protein, fiber, and micronutrients. (You can even grow them yourself.) Nutrition varies based on how they are prepared or processed, but in general, this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/beans-and-other-legumes-2242431\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/beans-and-other-legumes-2242431\"\u003elegume\u003c\/a\u003e is a healthy addition to your diet: It's a green vegetable with very little fat, cholesterol, sodium, or sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-2\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf your favorite green bean recipe is the traditional casserole, try a healthier version. Or give steamed or roasted green beans another try: Don't overcook and season with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-3\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"green-bean-nutrition-facts\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-4\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block health-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreen Bean Nutrition Facts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-5\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe following nutrition information is provided by the USDA for one cup (100g) of raw green beans cut in pieces.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-6\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-8\" class=\"comp theme-explainer mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-callout mntl-block\" data-tracking-id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout\" data-tracking-container=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block-callout-body_1-0\" class=\"comp expert-content mntl-sc-block-callout-body mntl-text-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFat\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSodium\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e6mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFiber\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSugars\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.8g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-10\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCarbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-11\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreen beans are a good source of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/what-you-need-to-know-about-complex-carbohydrates-2242228\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/what-you-need-to-know-about-complex-carbohydrates-2242228\"\u003ecomplex carbohydrates\u003c\/a\u003e. There are four grams of starch in a one-cup serving of green beans. Starch provides the body with quick energy. In addition, you'll benefit from almost three grams of fiber when you consume a serving of green beans. Fiber helps to stabilize blood sugar, boost satiety, and improve digestive health. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-12\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"native-slot_1-0\" class=\"comp native-slot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-native_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-native\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"native-placeholder_1-0\" class=\"comp native-placeholder mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-native__adunit_1-0\" class=\"comp scads-to-load mntl-native__adunit mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt native dynamic scads-ad-placed is-requested\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-13\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreen beans have a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/glycemic-index-food-lists-2242513\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/glycemic-index-food-lists-2242513\"\u003eglycemic index\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(GI) of about 32.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e As a reference, foods with a GI of 55 or below are considered low glycemic. The glycemic load of green beans is as low as 1.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e Glycemic load takes into account the serving size of a given food or beverage to estimate the effect of the food on your blood sugar. It is considered to be more helpful than just using glycemic index data for people who are choosing foods based on their effects on blood glucose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-14\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-block_18-0\" class=\"comp mntl-block\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"health-billboard2-sticky_1-0\" class=\"comp scads-to-load right-rail__item health-billboard2-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard scads-stick-in-parent scads-ad-placed\" data-height=\"600\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_2-0\" class=\"comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard2-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic\" data-ad-width=\"300\" data-ad-height=\"250\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"billboard2\" class=\"wrapper\" data-type=\"billboard\" data-pos=\"btf1\" data-priority=\"3\" data-sizes='[[300, 250],[300, 600],[300, 601],[300, 251],[2, 1],\"fluid\"]' data-rtb=\"true\" data-targeting=\"{}\" data-auction-floor-id=\"b80e066327644a8ca4fdc5aa2f81f845\" data-auction-floor-value=\"140\" data-google-query-id=\"CKOzrMO62_ACFWjBlAkdr5EJdQ\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/479\/verywellfit\/vfit_calorie-counts-and-nutrition-facts-overview\/billboard2_0__container__\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/e99e1225e5e1ee15a4aac051c7e9b38c.safeframe.googlesyndication.com\/safeframe\/1-0-38\/html\/container.html\" id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/479\/verywellfit\/vfit_calorie-counts-and-nutrition-facts-overview\/billboard2_0\" title=\"3rd party ad content\" name=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"250\" data-is-safeframe=\"true\" data-google-container-id=\"4\" data-load-complete=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/e99e1225e5e1ee15a4aac051c7e9b38c.safeframe.googlesyndication.com\/safeframe\/1-0-38\/html\/container.html\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" sandbox=\"allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation\" allow=\"conversion-measurement 'src'\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-16\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-17\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is almost no fat in green beans, which makes them a naturally fat-free food. Keep in mind, however, that the way you prepare green beans affects the fat content. Many people steam green beans and top with butter or sauté them in olive oil. Both cooking methods add fat to the food. Popular green bean casserole recipes can also contain from 6sixto 12 grams of fat or more per serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-20\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eProtein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-21\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach one-cup serving of green beans (fresh, frozen, or canned) provides almost 2 grams of protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-24\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVitamins and Minerals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-25\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreen beans provide the body with several key nutrients, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/the-benefits-of-vitamin-k2-89529\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/the-benefits-of-vitamin-k2-89529\"\u003evitamin K\u003c\/a\u003e, a fat-soluble vitamin that helps with blood clotting functions. A serving of uncooked green beans provide 16% of your total recommended daily intake of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/vitamin-c-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507041\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/vitamin-c-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507041\"\u003evitamin C\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand 5% of your daily intake of\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/vitamin-a-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507040\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/vitamin-a-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507040\"\u003evitamin A\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-27\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreen beans are a good source of the B vitamins\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/b-complex-vitamins-89411#b9-folic-acid\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/b-complex-vitamins-89411#b9-folic-acid\"\u003efolate\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/riboflavin-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507043\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/riboflavin-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507043\"\u003eriboflavin\u003c\/a\u003e, and thiamin, as well as the minerals copper and\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/magnesium-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507094\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/magnesium-requirements-and-dietary-sources-2507094\"\u003emagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"health-benefits\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-29\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block health-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-30\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGreen beans are a healthy addition to almost any eating plan because they are a low-calorie, low-fat source of energy. They are also nutrient-dense, since they provide lots of beneficial vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants without many calories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-33\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMay Support Brain Function\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-34\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe B vitamins found in green beans can help lower levels of a compound called homocysteine in the blood. High levels of homocysteine can impair cognitive function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-37\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRepairs Cell Damage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-38\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) in green beans provides several benefits. The vitamin acts as an antioxidant to protect cells in your body from free radical damage. Vitamin C also boosts collagen production, improves immune function, and helps your body to absorb iron—an important mineral needed for a healthy body.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-13\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-41\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeeps Bones Strong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-42\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVitamin K is essential for blood clotting, and it also boosts bone health. A vitamin K deficiency may put you at greater risk for osteoporosis.\u003cspan class=\"mntl-inline-citation mntl-dynamic-tooltip--trigger\" data-id=\"#citation-12\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e You can meet more than 20% of your daily vitamin K needs with a serving of green beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-45\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-subheading\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLow in FODMAPs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0-46\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFermentable oligo-, di-, mono-saccharides and polyols (also known as FODMAPs) are a type of carbohydrate found in many foods. A diet\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/an-overview-of-the-low-fodmap-diet-4693610\" data-component=\"link\" data-source=\"inlineLink\" data-type=\"internalLink\" data-ordinal=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellfit.com\/an-overview-of-the-low-fodmap-diet-4693610\"\u003elow in FODMAPs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan help with symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Crohn's disease; green beans are permitted on this diet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Indian Market","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":44522005135617,"sku":"vgb","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/7984\/6657\/files\/Picture1_48b019a3-d560-4e5d-84d9-13618fd5c278.jpg?v=1709409587","url":"https:\/\/worldfoodsmart.com\/products\/green-beans-1","provider":"instafresh","version":"1.0","type":"link"}