Cluster Beans
Cluster Beans
The guar or cluster bean, with the botanical name Cyamopsis tetragonoloba, is an annual legume and the source of guar gum. It is also known as gavar, gawar, or guvar bean. The origin of Cyamopsis tetragonoloba is unknown, since it has never been found in the wild.
Cluster beans are rich in fibers and potassium. They have low fat and calorie content and higher plant proteins. They reduce cholesterol, maintain blood flow in vessels and blood pressure levels, and improve heart health. The calcium and phosphorus minerals in guar beans fortify bones and enhance bone health.