Sending “Mung Beans” to Taiwan

Sending “Mung Beans” to Taiwan.

Mung beans are one of the best plant-based sources of protein. They’re rich in essential amino acids, antioxidants, and nutrients that may help reduce blood pressure, LDL cholesterol levels, and heart disease risk.

World Courier will help you send this beneficial food to your friends and relatives in Taiwan.

Mung Beans

Mung beans (Vigna radiata) are small, green beans that belong to the legume family. They have been cultivated since ancient times. While native to India, mung beans later spread to China and various parts of Southeast Asia. These beans have a slightly sweet taste and are sold fresh, as sprouts or as dried beans. They aren’t as popular in the US but can be purchased from most health food stores.

Health benefits

According to a 2014 review, evidence suggests that mung beans may have several potential health benefits, including:

• Antioxidant effects. Research shows that several compounds in mung beans demonstrate antioxidant activity.
• Antifungal and antimicrobial activity. These include some against the Helicobacter pylori bacteria that causes stomach ulcers.
• Anti-inflammatory activity. Test tube studies suggest that mung bean extracts may have potential to improve symptoms of inflammatory conditions, such as allergies.
• Diabetes. Studies in rats suggest mung bean extracts may help lower blood glucose levels.
• Hypertension. Studies in rats suggest sprout extracts may help lower blood pressure.
• Cancer. Test tube studies suggest that compounds in mung beans may have antitumor properties.

Nutrition

Mung beans are also a good source of B vitamins that are necessary for a range of bodily functions and help maitain the brain’s health 100 grams (g) of boiled mung beans contain:

• 7.02 g of protein
• 19.15 g carbonhydrate, including 2 g sugar
• 7.60 g dietary fiber