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Beans as such are among the oldest species of vegetables cultivated by man . According to scientists, its cradle is Central America, from where climbers full of nutritious pods traveled south - in Peru, traces of bean cultivation have been detected dating back up to 2,000 years before Christ. Properties: - Beans are rich in potassium , calcium and phosphorus . -The beans also have easily digestible starch and substances that inhibit the growth of cancerous tissues - Contains fiber that helps to remove excess cholesterol from the body In the kitchen: Today, beans are the basis of the diet of a large part of the population of the Americas, China, India and the Middle East, and are a key ingredient in many traditional dishes . In India, red beans are used to make Rajma Dal, a spicy legume curry with tomatoes . In the countries of the Middle East, as in South America, the famous Chili con carne , i.e. a stew of red beans and beef in a spicy tomato sauce , is most often prepared