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How to Use Peas for Weight Loss

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Kristen Douglas

Peas, according to MayoClinic.com, are full of dietary fiber along with the vitamins and proteins needed for a healthy diet. Green peas contain about 67 calories per cooked cup, and have 11.3 grams of carbohydrates, 5.2 grams of protein and less than 0.5 grams of fat.

Kristen Douglas has been writing since 1984 and editing since 1996. She has contributed to "Independent News," "Folio Weekly" and numerous private blogs, with experience covering topics such as home and garden, education, marketing, mental health and cooking/food. Douglas has certification in information processing from Metro Business College and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Columbia College.