Not just the pulse from a healthy heart rate, but an amazing
group of heart healthy foods called PULSES. Pulses are a term
used for the edible seeds inside legumes. They include dry
beans, dry peas, lentils & chickpeas (not included in this group
are soybeans and peanuts, as they contain higher amounts of fat,
while pulses have virtually no fat). I was officially introduced
into the world of pulses when I worked for Pulse Canada at the
National Diabetes Association Conference in Montreal. It was a
spontaneous job and it captivated me into the world of pulses
bringing light to the fact that they are beneficial for us in so
many ways. I believe they are a highly underestimated food by
most of us in North America. Their high nutritional qualities,
their lower environmental impact, and their economical price
make them a highly important food option from the meat &
alternatives food group. They should be included in any healthy
diet. Not only do pulses have high nutritional value & health
benefits, but they are gr