How Healthy Is Hummus? Can You Eat It Every Day?

Great For Vegans

[{"selector":"#anim-82acae92-9eee-4dfb-8374-848311abd6d2","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-b41ec1f8-f19e-4396-a317-a560c4e68372","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 226.03175%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Hummus is rich in plant-based protein and fibre, making it a nutritious choice for vegetarians and vegans Credits: Unsplash

It's Heart-Healthy

[{"selector":"#anim-73191f86-35d8-4c22-8b64-cfe7ae0cad01","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-e0889eef-8f83-4654-8b9e-17a2dc870ed0","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 874.23496%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] It contains heart-healthy unsaturated fats, primarily from olive oil and tahini. Credits: Unsplash

It Has Folate

[{"selector":"#anim-bacb7126-0c57-4233-a328-254e4d7b1df8","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-870827ad-6b89-4227-8fd2-f25e625fc3a4","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 693.35884%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Hummus is a good source of vitamins and minerals, especially folate, which is important for cell growth and function. Credits: Unsplash

Regulates Sugar

[{"selector":"#anim-650f9162-6ff7-49b5-b051-af59c32fb9bd","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-5a5d6d8b-2956-4229-8255-8dfd4c908ac0","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 874.60329%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] The combination of protein and fibre in hummus may aid in blood sugar regulation and improve digestion. Credits: Unsplash

Portion Is Key

[{"selector":"#anim-c6a1228f-17f0-4e7d-acb1-d7d425806534","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-a1ab76be-69e2-498c-8a13-2fa7538ee487","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 871.33645%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Whilst moderate in calories, portion control is key when consuming hummus regularly. Credits: Unsplash

Can Eat Daily

[{"selector":"#anim-9d503b41-5e2f-485d-be9e-075e617702b5","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-e329d2c7-27a2-4ff5-bdc3-129f487e934e","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 233.17460%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Hummus can be eaten daily as part of a balanced diet, providing valuable nutrients and variety. Credits: Unsplash

Make It At Home

[{"selector":"#anim-b38d2905-49c1-406b-8f57-f685fad86b84","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-5122356f-a242-4b44-944f-be8b5e9a3a17","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 870.31755%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Store-bought versions may contain additives or excess salt, so it's important to read labels carefully. Credits: Unsplash

Homemade Is Better

[{"selector":"#anim-66a55b06-590b-462e-8178-4814cbf02479","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-12b0e610-fa74-4c87-9aec-88cb07287d85","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 856.03186%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Making hummus at home allows you to control the ingredients and nutrition, potentially making it a healthier option. Credits: Unsplash

[{"selector":"#anim-86ecc90f-8e3b-43c1-99c1-c1fa9cc73381","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-c7f1e238-1d38-4a0a-a4fb-32f4e6a87ba2","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 2224.90261%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] How often do you eat Hummus? Credits: Unsplash