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| | | I grew up reciting a version of the "beans, beans" rhyme that my partner had never heard of. We tried searching for the correct saying and found that, actually, several variations exist. One of them starts with "Beans, beans, they're good for your heart." Turns out there's some truth to this (and it's not just a silly way to rhyme heart with fart.) Scroll down for more about today's featured soup recipe! | | | | | | | Forks Spoons up,
Sarah Matysiak
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Sarah Matysiak
February 8, 2026 • 2 min read | | | |  | | | | Vegetarian tortellini and white bean soup | | According to the American Heart Association (AHA), it's true: Beans, a plant-based protein, are good for your heart. Opting for more beans instead of red meat can help lower cholesterol, a risk factor for heart disease. They have negligible amounts of saturated fat and lots of dietary fiber, so you can count on them to keep you full between meals (albeit maybe a little gassy). | | While this recipe only calls for white beans, don't let that stop you from adding others, such as fava, lima, or pinto. But keep in mind that this might require extra liquid, and changing the recipe also changes its nutritional content. | | Another plus: This soup is ready in just 25 minutes. It could be an easy addition to your weekly lunch or dinner rotation. | | | | | | | | | | What we're digesting | | 🥕 Which vegetables can I eat if I have UC? During ulcerative colitis flare-ups, consuming soft veggies is recommended. | | 💤 IBS keeping you up at night? Here's how to cope. | | 🍵 What to know about L-theanine. This amino acid may have multiple health benefits. | | 💉 A quick guide to GLP-1 medications. Cost, effectiveness, and more. | | | |   | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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