Nutritions Source of Mung Beans

Mung beans are one of the commodities of cereals that are rich in nutritions and food producers of energy known as "nutritional powerhouse. " In addition to high nutritious, mung beans are also easily digested, so it can be consumed by all ages, including people who had problems with his health.
Nutrients content of Mung Beans in 1 cup (200 grams) are: Nutrient   Amount Protein 14.18   gram Calorie 212      Kcal Water 146.77 gram Ash 1.60     gram

Nutrient   Amount Polyunsaturated Fat 0.259 gram Monounsaturated Fat 0.109 gram Saturated Fat 0.234 gram Total Fat 0.77   gram Sugar 4.04   gram Fiber 15.4   gram Total Carbohydrate 38.68 gram

Vitamin Amount Vitamin B6 0.135 mg Vitamin C 2.0     mg Vitamin E 0.30   mg Vitamin K 5.5   mcg Niacin 1.166 mg Thiamin 0.331 mg Riboflavin 0.123 mg Folic Acid 321   mcg Panthotenic Acid  0.828 mg
Mineral Amount Iron 2.83     mg Phospor 200      mg Sodium 4          mg Copper 0.315   mg Manganese 0.602   mg Calsium 55        mg Potassium 537      mg Magnesium 97        mg Zinc 1.70     mg Selenium 5.0     mcg  
Source: USDA Nutrient Database for Standard Reference   
Mung beans are rich in Vitamin B, C and K. Folic acid found in mung beans, in addition to a role in the formation of red blood cells, also lowers the risk of heart attack, maintaining normal cell growth and helps metabolize protein. Thiamin, one type of vitamin B, in addition to the nervous system also plays a role in the formation factor of energy from carbohydrates. 
Mung beans are also rich in minerals. Magnesium plays a role in relaxation of arteries and veins, increase the flow of oxygen, nutrients and blood throughout the body. Copper helps in iron absorption and plays a role in protein metabolism. Iron plays a role in controlling stress, red blood cell formation and metabolism system. Zinc is useful in the growth and repair of the body, boost immunity and male fertility. Potassium plays a role in keeping blood pressure under normal conditions and muscle contraction. 
Mung beans fat content is very low, so is recommended for people who are in programs to reduce weight. High protein causes the green beans are popular among vegetarians. In addition, mung beans are rich in fiber, which play a role in lowering blood cholesterol, smooth bowel movements and prevent the occurrence of colon cancer.

MungBean BENEFITS