Is it safe to have Black Bean during pregnancy?

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What are the nutritional benefits of having black beans during pregnancy?

Black Bean - also known as 

Black turtle bean, Phaseolus vulgaris, (frijoles negros, zaragoza, judía negra, poroto negro, caraota o habichuela negra, feijão preto
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What are the nutritional benefits of having black beans during pregnancy

According to the American Pregnancy Association, black beans are one of the best vegan sources of protien for pregnant women. Having black beans during pregnancy helps in the growth of fetal and brain tissue. It also helps in the growth of breast and uterine tissue in the expecting mother and plays a critical role in improving blood supply. The daily requirement of protein for pregnant women is 75-100 grams a day and black beans can be a good way to meet that requirement.

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Calcium, Copper, Fiber, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Niacin, Phosphorus, Potassium, Protein, Selenium, Sodium, Thiamin, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Zinc
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