Black beans are a legume, popularly known as Akidi among the Igbos, Also known for possessing high protein content.

Black beans are also said to provide a notable amount of phytonutrients such as saponins, anthocyanins, kaempferol, and quercetin, all these phytonutrients tend to possess anti-oxidant properties in them, making the black beans a good choice when it comes to strengthening your immune system.

It also contains starch, a complex form of carbohydrate, the starch in the beans helps in preventing a rise in blood level.