Bean Sprouts Nutrition Facts

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Bean sprouts contain a high level of protein, in addition to significant levels of vitamin C. These tiny sprouts also have an extremely low level of fat, no cholesterol, and no saturated fat. The dietary fiber content is excellent, along with a low level of other complex carbohydrates. 


 Source: https://www.fatsecret.com/calories-nutrition/usda/mung-beans-(mature-seeds-sprouted)?portionid=58999&portionamount=200.000

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