dried beans

A variety of colorful dry beans from 21st Century Bean, including pintos, kidneys, and garbanzos, in rustic wooden bowls.

4 Common Questions We Receive About Beans

June 26, 2025

At 21st Century Bean, we get a lot of questions about our favorite food. From professional chefs to home cooks, people are curious about the benefits of beans and how to best incorporate them into their diets. We’re always happy to share our knowledge and help people discover the amazing world of beans. What benefits…

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Three Common Misconceptions About Beans

January 22, 2021

Beans are a common staple in many diets, but most Americans don’t eat enough of them. Hailed as one of nature’s best superfoods, beans are high in protein and fiber and low in fat. They don’t contain any cholesterol, they’re gluten-free, and they also contain important vitamins and nutrients your body needs to stay healthy.…

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