Kidney beans are a type of bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) native to Central America and Mexico. They are used in a variety of traditional dishes and eaten either well-cooked or raw. Raw kidney beans contain substances harmful to humans, but properly prepared beans can be healthy for people with good digestive systems. The most common varieties of kidney beans are red, light red, … [Read more...] about Kidney Beans: What Are The Benefits Of Eating?