If you care about eating enough protein and fiber every day then beans might become your new best friend.   Beans are a nutrient rich food that can be overlooked as powerhouses of both protein and fiber. Nowadays, there's a lot of talk about how much protein is enough. At the same time, there's a lot of talk about how much fiber is enough. Well, both protein and fiber are essential and the 'how much do I need' is not a matter of one-size-fits-all. As individuals with unique nutritional needs, each of us has individual needs for every nutrient including protein and fiber. Circling back … [Read more...] about How to Eat More Beans for Protein and Fiber, and 6 Everyday Meal Ideas