Beans

If you’ve been trying to eat healthier, you’ve no doubt been looking for foods high in both protein and fiber, which means you’ve most likely started using beans in a lot of your dishes. Aside from being extremely versatile, beans (and other legumes) are typically cheap and provide a hearty dose of B vitamins, which research suggests are important nutrients for your brain and nervous system.

Beans are rich in resistant starch, a complex carbohydrate that affects the body similar to dietary fiber. Resistant starch is great at providing a feeling of satiety, but it’s not that easily digestible (hence the “resistance” part).

These tiny but mighty foods also provide a good dose of potassium, magnesium, iron, choline and folate – all essential micronutrients.