Pigeon peas are a popular legume that is used in dishes from Central America, Africa, and Asia.
Pigeon pea has a history going back approximately 3,500 years in India. In the 1600’s pigeon pea made its way to the Western Hemisphere during the slave trade.
Other names for pigeon pea include:
– Tour Dal
– Tropical green pea
– Gungo pea in Jamaica
– Toor or arhar in India
– Red gram
– Gandule bean
What nutrients are in pigeon pea?
Pigeon pea is high in protein. A recent study found that pigeon pea contains a peptide that can naturally lower blood pressure – read about it here.
Essential amino acids are also high in pigeon pea including
– Trypophan
– Threonine
– Isoleucine
– Leucine
– Lysine
– Methionine and Cystine
– Valine
– Histidine
Dr. Johnson is a tenured associate Professor and licensed Pharmacist.
His research on plant medicine has led to more than 45 publications and abstracts.This research has been presented at international meetings in the USA, France, Turkey, Peru, Israel, Austria, and Italy.
His research on plant medicine has led to more than 45 publications and abstracts.This research has been presented at international meetings in the USA, France, Turkey, Peru, Israel, Austria, and Italy.
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