Black beans (akidi)

black beans (akidi) is a special type of beans, localy know as akidi in Igbo. it is relished as a netive delicacy an contribute significantly to the meals in the south eastern part of nigeria. akidi beans is an excellent source of protein, essential vitermin and minerals, and starch.it provides high amount of plant -base protein,in addition to any other essential nutrients.it has a high concentration of vitermin B2,C, and A, and is high in such minerals as magnisum,iron,folate, phosphorus.and also,it provides phytonutrent and quercetin,all of which possess antioxidant properties. akidi beans aid in cancer prevention.this can be attributed to saponins which prevent cancer cell from multiplyand spreading through the body.