Golden kernels of Aussie goodness
A unique, non-GM, gluten free food ingredient, Australian Lupin Beans are harvested from the pods of the Australian Sweet Lupin grown under the sunny skies of Western Australia. This versatile member of the legume family is shaking up the nutrition world with its exceptional nutrition content.
Nutrition and health benefits
The golden kernel of the Australian Lupin Bean provides an unrivalled natural combination of high protein and dietary fibre, with low fat and negligible carbohydrate. There are plenty of reasons to choose Australian Lupin Beans for your diet. Here are just a few:
40% protein
High in protein
Up to 40 percent protein, making them an excellent option for vegetarians and anyone looking to increase their protein intake
4g carbs per 100g
Low in carbs
Only 4 grams of net carbs per 100 grams, means they are a great option for those following a low carb or ketogenic diet
35% fibre
Rich in fibre
Up to 35 percent fibre helping you stay full and satisfied for longer
Gut friendly
Gluten free
Naturally gluten-free, making them a safe and healthy option for those with coeliac disease or gluten sensitivities
Good
for you
Health benefits
Supports weight loss, gut health, reduced cholesterol, reduced blood pressure, reduced blood sugar response and eye health
Nutrition profile
| NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (Average) for the Kernel | |
|---|---|
| Per 100g | |
| Energy | 1350kJ (323kcal) |
| Protein (%) | 40% |
| Fat (%) | 7% |
| – cholesterol (% of fat) | 0% |
| – saturated (% of fat) | 20% |
| – polyunsaturated (% of fat) | 45% |
| – monounsaturated (% of fat) | 35% |
| Carbohydrate (%) | 4% |
| Dietary fibre, total | 34.5g |
| Calcium | 110mg |
| Sodium | 30mg |
| Potassium | 810mg |
| Iron | 3mg |
| Magnesium | 160mg |
| Alkaloids | <0.02% |
| Phomopsin | <5ppb |
| “<" means less than, g = gram, mg = milligram, ppb = parts per billion | |
How do Australian Lupin Beans compare?
The only grain that comes close to its nutritional credentials is its cousin the European White Lupin (sometimes referred to as the lupini bean). Lupini bean has slightly more protein but noticeably less dietary fibre and higher fat and therefore higher kilojoules.
| Name | Protein | Fibre | Starch | Lipid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aussie Lupin Bean kernels | 40 | 37 | 1 | 7 |
| Chia | 20 | 37 | 3 | 31 |
| Chickpea | 23 | 10 | 52 | 6 |
| European White Lupin kernels | 42 | 29 | 1 | 11 |
| Lentil | 26 | 11 | 52 | 1 |
| Quinoa | 14 | 7 | 64 | 6 |
| Spelt | 15 | 11 | 70 | 2 |
| Soy bean | 42 | 18 | 8 | 22 |
| Wheat (white flour) | 13 | 11 | 67 | 2 |
Reference
Kouris-Blazos, A & Belski, R (2016) Health benefits of legumes and pulses with a focus on Australian sweet lupins. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition: 25: 1-17.
Notes
- Values are expressed in grams/100 grams (% w/w)
- All products are compared on an “as received” basis (not on a dry weight basis
- Protein =N x 6.25
- Lupin, pulse, soybean, quinoa and chia data is based on the de-hulled / dehusked cotyledons (kernels / splits)
- Lupin data is based on a large number of samples of Australian Sweet Lupin (L. angustifolius) grown under Australian conditions
- Other grain and flour data is based on published nutritional data from: the US Food & Drug Administration; Canadian Nutrient File and Nuttab (FSANZ, Australia)
