Why pulses?
Pulses are a worldwide staple protein source, enjoyed for their great taste and nutrition for
millennia. In recent years, food manufacturers have begun to explore the incredible benefits
that
pulses can offer for their food products.
Nutritional Powerhouse
Pulses are extremely high in protein, soluble and insoluble fibre, vitamins and minerals. They
are
gluten-free, non-GMO, have a low glycemic index and are free from common allergens, making them
suitable for all diets. Pulses are a naturally clean-label food.
Grown for a Sustainable Future
Pulses are one of the most sustainable protein sources produced today. Growing pulses
produces a much smaller carbon footprint than any other source of protein and requires very
little
water or agricultural inputs to grow.
Versatility at a Low Cost
Pulses offer tremendous functionality and have significant potential for food innovation—all at
a
cost much lower than other protein sources. Pulses feed the world today because they are
inexpensive
to grow and buy, and their versatility allows them to replace higher-cost ingredients in
formulated
foods.