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Have you ever thought about whether those tiny tubs of hummus that you can find in the supermarket are good for you?

Hummus is promoted as a healthy and nutritious snack however, is it actually? If you’re like me, you’re probably hoping it is!

Hummus is delicious and can transform any vegetable when it’s used as dip. Hummus is also an excellent snack that children love and makes getting them take their veggies in this much easier.

The best part is that, in general, it is a great healthy snack choice. But, you have to be aware when purchasing the hummus you buy from a store. Based on the type of you choose to buy you may want you make it yourself to make sure you’re receiving the health benefits that hummus offers. Let’s explore how hummus is healthy and how you can make certain that you’re getting the most nutritious hummus you can find.

The Top 4 Reasons Hummus is a great choice

1. helps with weight loss: If you are looking for healthy and nutritious snacks to aid you in achieving your weight reduction goals, hummus is the perfect choice. The chickpeas that make Hummus are loaded with fiber, which promotes satisfaction, reduces the temptation to eat and improves digestion system. A study was conducted in 2014 and published within the Journal of Nutrition and Food Sciences which found that people who ate the hummus option as a healthy snack were 53% less likely to risk of becoming obese, as well as a 51% less risk of developing high blood sugar levels compared to people who don’t consume Hummus!
2. Hummus makes a high protein Snack: If you want to boost your intake of protein, humus offers a whopping 4-grams of protein for 1/3 cup of the serving which makes it an excellent source of protein from plants. Hummus is particularly beneficial for people who are following the vegan lifestyle and require more protein. Protein is essential for almost every bodily process eating an nutrient-rich food like hummus may help replenish proteins, making it an ideal food option for a pre- or post-workout snack.
3. Hummus is a great spread: Hummus is an great alternative to mayonnaise or other processed spreads , on wraps, sandwiches or buns. With a range of flavors, hummus is an excellent addition to any nutritious sandwich or wrap made of vegetables, and could even serve as an ingredient in a healthy chicken salad! Try mixing garlic hummus and avocado to make a delicious spread full of nutrients, healthy fats, and protein.
4. Hummus is extremely simple to prepare: Hummus is one of those food items that anyone can cook. It takes only just a few ingredients and about 5 minutes to prepare an incredibly nutritious and delicious snack. All you require is the food processor and chickpeas garlic, olive oil lemon juice, tahini and some salt. Mix all the ingredients , and you’ll have delicious hummus with lots of healthy benefits!

The 3 Most Important Things to look for when buying Hummus

Hummus is generally an extremely healthy choice for food If you’re purchasing hummus at the supermarket, there are a few points to be aware of to ensure that you’re purchasing the most nutritious option.

• Use Hummus that has a limited amount of ingredient list. A general rule of thumb is to avoid a hummus when you see the label of a food item with an extensive list of ingredients, it‘s likely that certain ingredients aren’t healthful. Choose the ones that contain only whole food items. You’ll want to look for chickpeas and olive oil, garlic, lemon and tahini listed on the label of your food and that’s it.
• Avoid adding additives. You will want to check that the label on your food does not contain any added ingredients like potassium sorbate, artificial colors, flavors or benzoates. These additives commonly used in the manufacture of hummus in stores. They can prolong the shelf life of hummus or even make it look attractive but could cause unwelcome negative side effects, ranging from irritation to skin problems.
• Find out what type of oil is being used. You have to be cautious with the store-bought brands as a lot of manufacturers will use less expensive oils like vegetable, canola or soybean oil, to make their Hummus. These oils that are processed can cause inflammation, and are usually genetically modified and are a source of dangerous polyunsaturated fats. It is important to choose the hummus with the olive oil, and also tahini because they are the two ingredients that give the hummus anti-inflammatory properties!

If it is made with healthy ingredients, hummus is healthy , accessible, inexpensive and can be utilized in many ways to enhance the flavor of dishes. If you’re looking for an easier spread, creamy dressing or a decadent dip Hummus is an excellent option. With the wide range of flavors available it is impossible to be wrong! It is possible to add almost any herb or spice to achieve the taste you want. If you’ve never tried making Hummus before and would like to know how simple it is , then follow this recipe!

Hummus Recipe Basic:

Ingredients:

• 1 (15) 1 ounce can of chickpeas
• 2 cloves of garlic, removed
• Juice from 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup tahini
• One cup of extra virgin olive oil
  A pinch of sea salt

Directions:

1. Simply put all the ingredients in the food processor or a high-speed blender to blend until the mixture is smooth.
2. That’s it! This is a very basic recipe and you are free to include any herbs or spices to modify the flavor according to your preferences.

Originally posted 2023-01-12 17:40:48.