Black lentils are rich in antioxidants and proteins, being indicated in the body's detoxification cures. Black lentils fight constipation and detoxify the liver.

It is very rich in molybdenum, a metal that is part of the structure of enzymes useful to the human body. The molybdenum is so rich in lentils that 100 grams is the body's daily requirement for this metal. Molybdenum burns blood fats, helps form hemoglobin or improves cell metabolism.

It is a very healthy food, rich in protein.
It is beneficial in the diet of patients with muscle atrophy, asthenia, adynamism.
When boiled, it retains its shape; ideal in salads, soups.

It has an important content in good quality and easily assimilable proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins B and E, iron, zinc, magnesium