Phaseolus lunatus vs Cicer arietinum

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Phaseolus lunatus

Nutritive

Nutritive

Description

American legume crop; seeds used in Latin American folk medicine for diabetes; high cyanogenic content when raw.

Ancient legume crop with significant nutritional and medicinal value; used for diabetes and digestive health.

Active Compounds

linamarin (cyanogenic), protein, fiber, iron, potassium

protein, fiber, isoflavones, biochanin A, phenolic acids, minerals

Traditional Uses

diabetes, food source, constipation

diabetes, digestive health, cholesterol reduction, food source

Modern Uses

nutritive food, anti-diabetic, digestive support

anti-diabetic, cholesterol lowering, nutritive food, prebiotic

Adult Dosage

As food (fully cooked)

As food 150-300g cooked daily; flour as thickener

Contraindications

raw consumption (cyanide risk), legume allergy, kidney disease

legume allergy

Side Effects

cyanide toxicity if raw, bloating

bloating, gas

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E