Green peas are vegetables from legume family. The two varieties of green peas 
are “snow peas” and “snap peas”. One cup of green peas provides 22 grams of carbohydrates, 8 grams of fiber and 8 grams of protein.
Average calories: 120 per one cup.
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Green peas: one cup |
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Carbohydrate |
22 |
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Fiber |
8 |
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Protein |
8 |
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Fat |
0 |
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Calories |
120 |
Vitamins found in higher amounts: vitamins C, K, B1, A, B9, B3 and B2.
Minerals found in higher amounts: manganese, phosphorous, copper, zinc, magnesium, iron and potassium.
Phytonutrients found in higher amounts and their health benefits: the phytochemicals present in green peas are carotenoids (alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, and lutein), phenolic compounds (ferulic acid and caffeic acid), and flavonoids.
Carotenoids are potent antioxidants essential for optimal health of the eyes. They also protect from age-related eye problems.
Phenolic compounds and flavonoids have anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and immune-enhancing activities.
The two unique phytochemicals claimed to be found exclusively in green peas are pisumsaponins I and II and pisomosides A and B. They have anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and blood sugar-adjusting properties.
Green peas contain small amounts of essential fatty acids, Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids with 50 mg and 225 mg per one cup, respectively.
