Hummus Nutrition Facts
Hummus Nutrition Facts
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| Interesting Hummus Nutrition Facts: |
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| Hummus is high in protein. This can make it helpful for losing weight or for weight maintenance as it can help curb hunger and prevent excessive snacking. The protein content also helps to keep blood sugar levels in balance. |
| Hummus' iron content can help to give people an energy boost, which is helpful for weight loss and weight maintenance. |
| The iron in hummus is helpful in delivering oxygen throughout the body. It is also vital in making hemoglobin. |
| Hummus has been shown to help lower cholesterol due to its high fiber content. Hummus contains 4 grams of fiber per 1/3rd cup. |
| The fiber also helps to promote healthy bacteria growth in the colon, which protects the body against colon cancer development. |
| The folate contained in hummus can help to protect the body against developing colorectal cancer. Folate plays an important role in healthy cell division. |
| 1 tablespoon of hummus contains 27 calories. It contains 1.3 grams of fat, 0 cholesterol, 25.95 grams of potassium, and 3 grams of carbohydrates. |
| The majority of fat in hummus is monounsaturated and polyunsaturated, which are healthy forms of fat. These types of fat can help to lower cholesterol and are considered to be heart healthy. |
| The garlic and lemon juice found in hummus contain antioxidants that are important in the body because they help to reduce oxidative stress, fight viruses and bacterial infections, and support immune function. |
| Hummus' ingredients combined can help to promote heart health because of its omega 3 fatty acid content. Omega 3 fatty acids have also been shown to improve brain health (helps keep you smart!). |
| Hummus contains nutrients that help to promote quality sleep, such as tryptophan, and tyrosine. |
| Hummus can be used to replace mayonnaise in many dishes, and makes a great sandwich spread alternative. |
| Although it is easy to make hummus at home, it can also be purchased in a variety of flavors including sweet potato hummus, Thai coconut curry hummus, jalapeño cilantro hummus, green Chile lime hummus, avocado hummus, basil pesto hummus, roasted red pepper hummus, olive tapenade hummus, roasted pine nut hummus, sun dried tomato hummus, roasted garlic hummus, and the original hummus, among many others. |
| Hummus sales in the United States have grown from $5 million a year 15 years ago, to more than $530 million a year today. |
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