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Katie's avatar

Ok, can we get real in this community about "if you're body doesn't agree with beans..."? We're talking gastrointestinal discomfort right? Or, gasp, gas? My body LOVES beans sometimes and other times... it DOES NOT. I do think this depends on the bean but have never tracked it closely. Maybe it's dried vs. canned, heirloom vs. reg bean. Have others noticed this? Looking for MY bean that tastes and treats my body well.

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Susan Weis-Bohlen's avatar

Try using a pinch of hing aka asafoetida when you cook the beans. You can find this in an Indian store. It makes the beans more digestible. Also - soaking with baking soda (sorry alison) can also make them more digestible. Soak over night. Rinse well.

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Katie's avatar

Thanks for the tips! I found an old Bon Appétit article by Priya Krishna that sings the praises of hing for how it enhances flavor and taste AND "is great for producing farts." Maybe not what I'm going for. Or maybe i should embrace it?! Experiment!

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Susan Weis-Bohlen's avatar

Oh cool! Just be aware that hing has a very strong odor. I store mine in a plastic bag in the freezer. And you just need a pinch don't over do it! Hope it works for you.

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Susan Weis-Bohlen's avatar

Oh wait I misread your reply! Hing should reduce gas! Not increase. Try it!

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Emily Sewell's avatar

Soaking them actually helps with this!

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