• The protein content is usually greater than that of meat, fish, eggs and grains (except lysine and methionine which can be obtained from legumes and grains respectively).
• They are rich in minerals, vitamins, trace elements, phyto-chemicals.
• They provide energy and are very nutritious
• They can be eaten raw as nature intended
• They are healthful alternatives to meat
• They do not produce uric acid
• They protect cardiovascular health by reducing the risk of coronary heart disease