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One Health Tweak a Week Podcast

Ben Jones MD PhD

Health & Fitness

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 79

One straightforward, science-backed tip for a longer, healthier life - direct from an MD PhD to you each week.

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The Bean Swap Linked to a Longer Life

Saturday, August 29, 2026 • Duration 22:51

Beans and lentils have one of the strongest reputations in healthy eating. But how much difference do they actually make to long-term health?

In this episode, we look at the evidence linking higher legume intake with a lower risk of premature death, including statistical models suggesting that relatively modest reductions in risk could add up over decades. We also examine the cardiovascular evidence, which is more mixed than you might expect, and the more consistent effects on LDL cholesterol and other metabolic markers.

The most interesting part of the story, though, may be what legumes replace. Studies suggest that swapping some red or processed meat, or eggs, for beans, lentils or chickpeas could offer greater benefits than simply adding legumes to your existing diet. We’ll look at why, and whether you can make those swaps without sacrificing protein.

We also tackle two of the main reasons people hesitate to eat more legumes: concerns about so-called “anti-nutrients” and the fear of digestive discomfort. Most of those worries are overblown, although there are a few important preparation rules worth knowing.

The practical goal: work towards roughly 100g of cooked legumes a day, mainly by using them as a replacement food.

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