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Did you know: Depending on your age, gender, and physical activity level, the Dietary Guideline for Americans, 2010 recommends that you consume at least 1/2 cup to 2 1/2 cups of beans per week. A half cup of cooked beans is about 1/4 cup of dried beans, which is about as much as you can hold on your palm.
Source: Farm To SchoolDid you know: North Dakota has retained its position as the top-ranking producer of dry edible beans in the United States since 1991.
Source: ParadeDid you know: Beans can be made into burgers, cakes, drinks, pies, fudge, muffins, jewelry, bean-bag chairs, toys, and musical instruments.
Source: The Gardner's Network