FOOD ACTIVES:
Vitamin C, vitamin E, folate, molybdenum, manganese, copper, phosphorus, zinc, iron, fibre and protein!BEAUTY BENEFITS OF CHICKPEAS:
Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein, necessary for growth and maintenance of cells within the body. Protein encourages a glowing appearance by replacing dead skin cells as well as maintaining healthy hair and nail growth. Beauty benefits of chickpeas also include the presence of the phytonutrient called saponin which acts as an antioxidant to destroy free radicals. Molybdemum assists to cleanse the liver and detoxify the skin. Beauty benefits of chickpeas help the body sustain a radiant, smooth complexion.COOK:
Canned chickpeas are easily accessible from your local supermarket. If buying dried, just soak them in water overnight or while you’re at work and then place in a saucepan with some fresh water and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until plump and tender. Mix with some tomatoes parsley, lemon juice and olive oil for a quick snack!TIP:
Cooked chickpeas will keep in an air tight container in the fridge for a few days while dried will keep in a cool dark place for months.
PRINT TO KEEP HANDY
PRINT this gorgeous 10x15cm beautifood skin food card to keep beauty inspiration at finger tips reach in your kitchen Step 1. Simply click on the skin food image . Step 2. Then right click and choose †˜Save image as’ where it will be a JPEG in whichever folder you choose. Step 3. Open the saved image and print on a postcard size (6†x4†/10cmx15cm) photo paper. Step 4. Send to printer for your gorgeous skin food card! Step 5. Display on your fridge file in a A-Z card box in your kitchen.