You’ve heard us bang on about the benefits of fava beans- but don’t just take it from us.

Take it from ZOE. The popular health science company best known for its personalised nutrition programme and ground-breaking research into gut health, metabolism, and blood sugar responses. They are the pocket-sized nutritionists!

While ZOE’s nutrition scores are only available to subscribers, they’ve dedicated a whole blog post to the humble bean, and we’re pleased to report that beans, including our beloved favas, got a glowing review.

Beans, Beans, Good for Your… Everything?

ZOE’s team of gut-loving scientists describe beans as “one of the most gut-friendly foods you can eat…  filled with protein and fibre, beans also contain a suite of essential nutrients, like iron, zinc, magnesium, and folate.”

That’s right, their research links bean consumption to:

• Improved gut health
• Better blood sugar control
• Lower cholesterol
• Improved cardiovascular health
• Healthier digestive systems

Basically, they’re little nutritional powerhouses. Fava beans, in particular, are a top choice if you’re after a protein-packed, fibre-rich, vitamin-loaded legume that actually tastes great!

The Versatile Bean

Another thing ZOE highlights is just how versatile beans are. From stews and soups to dips, salads, and even baking, there are loads of easy ways to sneak more of these nutritious nuggets into your day.

We couldn’t agree more. Whether you’re using them as a soup topper, mixing them into a salad or even using them in no-cook energy bites (small plug we know…) there’s no wrong way to bean.

So, What’s Stopping You?

ZOE loves beans. Science loves beans. Your body loves beans. And (spoiler alert) so will you.

So, whether you're snacking, cooking, blending, or even baking with them- with 6 different flavours- we’ve got your bean fix covered.

Let the cooking bean-gin!