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Legumes

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Legumes
A family of plants that bear edible seeds in pods, including beans and peas.
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legumes (lgyoomz´),
n a plant belonging to the order Fabales and family Leguminosae. Examples of legumes are beans, peas, and lentils.
Patient discussion about Legumes.

Q. am allergic to all nuts and seeds, is it possible to be allergic to all legumes as well ie soy beans

A. Yes, it's possible, although not extremely common. You can read more here (http://www.emedicinehealth.com/food_allergy/page2_em.htm)

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he says while carrying a tub of legumes from his van to a table set up on the sidewalk.
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Long accepted by scientists as a boost to nodulation in legumes, it appears there is also an early growth benefit for nonlegumes crops.
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