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Why is the bean mung beans so satiating and filling, and where does it get its satiating effect from?

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Dr. Philip Chao answered

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It's fiber: They contain a lot of fiber and i know a person who lost a lot of weight using bean noodles for lunch.

Answered 5/13/2013

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A member asked:

Why is the bean mung beans so satiating and filling, and where does it get its satiating effect from?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Chao answered

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