Lentils Rinsed Dried

🧠 Brain Health Benefits

Lentils are one of the most brain-protective legumes in the Mediterranean diet. They are an exceptional source of folate — a B vitamin that reduces homocysteine, a key biomarker strongly linked to Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline. Lentils also provide iron for oxygen delivery to the brain, magnesium for synaptic plasticity, and slow-digesting complex carbohydrates that stabilize blood glucose for sustained brain energy. Their high fiber content feeds beneficial gut bacteria that produce short-chain fatty acids supporting the gut-brain axis and reducing neuroinflammation. Lentils are also rich in polyphenols with antioxidant properties that protect neurons from oxidative damage. Rinsed dried lentils cook quickly and form the hearty, nourishing base of MED-066 Greek Lentil Soup.

🛒 Storage Information

• Storage Type: Fresh / Purchase as Needed
• Location: FR-2250
• Storage Notes: Store dried lentils in an airtight container in a cool, dark place up to 1 year. Rinse well before cooking. No soaking required — cook directly from dried.

📚 Used In These Recipes

• MED-066 Greek Lentil Soup
• MED-127 Mediterranean Lentil Soup