27 October 2025
Peas
These small, green, nutritious bulbs have been considered a superfood for centuries.
They are among one of the first plants grown in gardens and farmlands. It is still widely eaten today, in part because of the many good vitamins and minerals the pea contains. More on that later.
Fun fact: did you know that the pea is not a vegetable, but belongs to the legumes?
Important nutrients
The pea contains many important and healthy vitamins and minerals. The beauty of the pea is that these vitamins and minerals are all fairly evenly distributed. The legume does not have a specific vitamin or mineral more prevalent than the rest and contributes many good substances at the same time. There is relatively the most vitamin K in the pea. 300 grams of peas is enough to meet the recommended daily allowance of vitamin K. In addition, there is a good amount of vitamin C in the legume and vitamins B1, B3 and B11 are also found in ample amounts. And finally, it contains a generous amount of the mineral potassium. Peas are also incredibly rich in fiber.What are these substances good for?
The pea contains lots of good vitamins and minerals. What exactly do these mean for your health? We explain it to you.- Peas provide good resistance in part because of the ample amount of vitamins C and B11 they provide.
- Peas help protect your body from damage because they contain lots of the antioxidant vitamin C. Antioxidants help to trap harmful free radicals in your cells and tissues.
- Peas are a good source of the mineral potassium, which helps maintain normal blood pressure.
- Due to the high potassium content, peas also help keep your muscles strong and flexible.
- Vitamin K from peas contributes to the proper functioning of your blood clotting.
- Peas promote your energy metabolism and therefore help support your energy levels because they are high in vitamin B1.
- Vitamin B1 from peas is also good for your heart and has a positive effect on the functioning of your nervous system.
- Peas are good for your bones because they contain a high amount of vitamin K.
