Lentil soup...its history and health benefits in cold climates

Arabia Weather - With the onset of winter and temperatures dropping, eating warm foods becomes a necessity to maintain health, comfort and warmth. Lentil soup comes at the forefront of these options as a delicious and healthy meal that can provide the necessary nutritional support in these cold times

Benefits of lentil soup

Lentil soup is an ideal meal for cold weather, as the warm soup provides an instant feeling of comfort and warmth. Lentils contain a high percentage of proteins and carbohydrates, which makes them a complete and filling meal. Lentils also contain a group of important nutrients such as iron, magnesium and potassium. These elements play a vital role in supporting the immune system and promoting overall health.

Lentils contain a large amount of dietary fiber, which in turn helps improve the digestion process. Fiber regulates bowel movement and reduces digestive problems such as constipation. Lentils are also an excellent source of complex carbohydrates that break down slowly, which helps prevent a sudden spike in blood sugar levels. This makes it a suitable meal for people with diabetes.

History of lentil soup

Lentils are associated with our beautiful memories. When we hear his name, we think of a warm and family atmosphere at home, especially in light of the cold weather. We are surrounded by the sound of the blender, the smell of lentils, and the preparation of accompanying side dishes, such as pickled eggplant, sliced tomatoes and green onions, or sliced white onions dipped in vinegar, in addition to toasting bread and many other details that add to the richness of the meal. All of this adds a unique touch to sitting down to eat with the family, creating unforgettable moments at the dining table.

While we enjoy the pleasure of eating this delicious food, which enhances the body's ability to resist cold, and in addition to the pleasure of tasting delicious lentils, its positive impact on our health is remarkably significant. Lentils provide the body with many health and nutritional benefits, including strengthening the immune system and preventing diseases, especially heart disease, cancer, and respiratory diseases such as colds and influenza. This is partly due to the fact that lentils contain substances that are considered antibacterial and antimicrobial, thanks to the addition of ingredients such as onions, garlic, lemon and vinegar in side foods such as salads. This unique combination of four powerful ingredients is among the most powerful defenses that protect the human body from a wide range of diseases, and can even be considered an effective treatment for many of them.

The origin of lentil cultivation dates back to the Pharaonic era, where the Pharaohs’ civilization was famous for cultivating a group of grains, including lentils, which made the ancient Egyptians among the first peoples to adopt the use of lentils and prepare delicious dishes from them. It is also said that it spread in the Levant, and then this delicious food moved to all Arab countries and the Levant, and from there it moved to Western countries, until this meal became known and loved worldwide.