Vitamins and Minerals
Peas contain magnesium, calcium, potassium, Vitamin C, and carotenoids. They also contain zinc, Vitamin A, Vitamin B, and flavanols.
Essential to (Body parts/Functions)
Peas are beneficial for eye health. It improves the eye-sight and prevents eye-related diseases such as age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. It also improves digestive health, immune health. It has anti-inflammatory properties that help to lower the risk of diseases like diabetes, arthritis, and cardiovascular diseases.
Origin and Usage
Peas are one of the oldest cultivated crops in the history of the world. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It belongs to the family legumes. The pea is a small spherical seed. Peas are sweet. These can be eaten raw or cooked. Peas can be used with other vegetable dishes also. Peas are also can be used in soups, stews, and salads.
Varieties and types
There are 3 basic types of peas. English peas, Snow peas, and Sugar snap peas.
Production
China, India, the USA, Egypt, and Pakistan are the largest producer of peas.