Ervilha (500g) - Horta da Maria

Description

Peas are a plant (legume) of which there are more than two hundred varieties, and different types of grains are extracted from their pods.

In some regions of some countries it is customary to use grains and pods as food, either in the form of soup (grains or pods) or as a salad (grains or pods).

Their consumption contributes to a balanced diet as they are a source of fiber.

Benefits of Peas

Source of carbohydrates and fiber;

Rich in vitamins A, B, C, E and K;

Source of minerals, such as zinc, iron, calcium, magnesium and potassium;

They are beneficial for the heart, because they are rich in phytonutrients, such as saponins, flavonoids and phenolic acids;

They are beneficial for those who have diabetes, as they have a low glycemic index;

They help prevent cancer, particularly breast and prostate cancer, as they are composed of lectin, benzoic acid, cinnamic acid, beta-sitosterol, and flavonoid glycosides. Peas, rich in antioxidants, prevent the development of cancer and inhibit cancer cells;

They are rich in antioxidants: lutein, zeaxanthin, flavonoids, phenolic acids, polyphenols and carotenes;

They are beneficial for the skin, because they are rich in vitamin C. They are also a natural antioxidant, as they help eliminate harmful free radicals and prevent microbial infections. They also help delay wrinkles and the consequent aging process;

Name

Peas

Ingredients

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Nutritional Declaration

Average nutritional values per 100 g:

Prepared: Energy: 230.00 kJ / 55.00 kcal; Fat: 0.60 g, Of which saturated fatty acids: <0.10 g; Carbohydrates: 6.00 g, Of which sugars: 3.90 g; Fiber: 4.80 g; Protein: 3.90 g; Salt: <0.01 g; Vitamin C: 13.00 mg; Thiamine: 0.18 mg; Folic acid: 49.60 mcg Average nutritional values per 100g: Not Prepared: Energy: 285.00 kJ / 68.00 kcal; Fat: 0.70 g, Of which saturated fatty acids: 0.10 g; Carbohydrates: 7.50 g, Of which sugars: 4.90 g; Fiber: 6.00 g; Protein: 4.90 g; Salt: <0.01 g; Vitamin C: 16.00 mg; Thiamine: 0.22 mg; Folic acid: 62.00 mcg

Conservation Conditions and/or Use

Store at -18ºC

Origin

Portugal

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Additional information

Weight	0,55 kg

Peas (500g)