Children would also benefit as the legislation provides for plant-based nutrition education in health and physical education through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Beans, peas, and lentils are excellent sources of protein. The advisory committee’s Scientific Report recommended emphasizing beans, peas, and lentils while reducing consumption of red and processed meats. Beans, peas, and lentils provide an abundance of fiber, a nutrient in which most of my patients are deficient. Janet Limke, MD is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and a diplomat in Lifestyle Medicine.