3 ways to add beans to your meals for protein, fiber, and flavor, according to a private chef-turned bean company CEO

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Beans are a good source of both fiber and plant-based protein.

Clara Moro

I'm the founder and CEO of a luxury bean company. I start my day with coffee and end it with a hot bath.

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Amelia Christie-Miller founded Bold Bean Co. in 2021.

Rae Finn

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Amelia Christie-Miller, the 32-year-old founder and CEO of Bold Bean Co. She is from the UK and based in Barcelona. The following has been edited for length and clarity.

Chickpeas can significantly lower your cholesterol. Here are 5 tasty recipes scientists recommend to improve your health.

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chickpea and black bean salad
Chickpeas and black beans have different health benefits. While one lowers inflammation, the other is more effective at fighting high cholesterol.

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Just 1 cup of black beans curbs inflammation in your body. Here are 4 science-backed recipes to boost your health.

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Mmm. Beans.

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Fava beans could boost mood and ease depression, according to a scientist. She shared her 3 favorite ways to eat them.

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Nadia Mohd-Radzman is on a mission to get people eating more fava beans for their mental health.

Nadia Mohd-Radzman

This basic bean soup has been served every day in the Senate for over 100 years and symbolizes why we need more flavor in Congress

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A white soup bowl filled with white bean and smoked ham with broth.
Bean Soup with white beans and smoked ham served at the Members' Dining Room at US House of Representatives

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