Beans and lentils are often lumped together. After all, they’re both legumes — a broad plant family that includes other pod-grown foods like peas and peanuts — and they’re often found side by side at ...

Medically reviewed by Lindsey DeSoto, RD Per serving, lentils provide more protein and slightly more fiber than chickpeas.Lentils and chickpeas both support digestion, heart health, and steady blood ...

Lentil soup can help support weight loss if it’s part of a nutrient-dense and balanced diet. However, eating lentil soup alone may increase the risk of undereating or malnutrition. Lentils (Lens ...