- Garbanzos (also called chickpeas) are a good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber, as are most other beans.
- In addition to lowering cholesterol, garbanzos' high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, making these beans an especially good choice for individuals with diabetes, insulin resistance or hypoglycemia.
- Garbanzos are an excellent source of the trace mineral, molybdenum, an integral component of the enzyme sulfite oxidase, which is responsible for detoxifying sulfites.
Source: The World's Healthiest Foods, whfoods.org - USA