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legume

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legume /le·gume/ (lĕ´gūm)
1. any plant of the large family Leguminosae.
2. the pod or fruit of one of these plants, such as a pea or bean.

legume
[leg′yo̅o̅m]
Etymology: L, legumen, pulse
any of the members of the Fabales order of dicotyledenous plants, including dried peas, beans, and lentils.

legume
1. the pod or fruit of a leguminous plant, such as peas and beans.
2. a leguminous plant, i.e. a member of the family Leguminosae.

legume bloat
frothy ruminal tympany in cattle grazing clover or lucerne.

Patient discussion about legume.

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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