Yellow shelled peas is a significant source of protein containing essential amino acids, which are not synthetized by the body and should be provided with the food. They contain minerals like iron, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and potassium. Moreover, they are also rich in group B vitamins, supporting the nervous system and preventing anxiety, depression and mitigating stress effects. Peas contain also lots of fibre, facilitating digestion. They show alkaline properties and neutralize acidifying effects of the nutrition. Nevertheless, peas are hard to digest, therefore it is recommended to combine them with spices such as basil, cumin, fennel or marjoram. In cooking, they can be used for soups, fillings, spreads and stews.
