Additional research has shown that manganese and copper in combination with calcium and zinc may prevent bone loss in healthy older women.

Research in both animals and humans suggests that adequate levels of manganese and copper — two nutrients that are abundant in fava beans — may promote bone strength.

Imam Al-Jawad, (PBUH) said: He who has confidence in Allah, sees joy; and he who trusts on Him, He will suffice his affairs.

Imam as-Sadiq (PBUH) said: There are three things which are the honour of a believer and his ornament both in this world and the next. They are: prayers in the last part of night (night prayers), not coveting what people possess in their hands, and the love of an Imam from the progeny of Muhammad (peace be upon them).

Human research also suggests that manganese and copper are vital to bone strength.

A one-year study in postmenopausal women with weak bones found that taking a supplement with manganese and copper, as well as vitamin D, calcium and other nutrients, improved bone mass.

Fava beans are rich in manganese and copper — two nutrients that may prevent bone loss.

Their exact role in bone health is unclear, but rat studies suggest that manganese and copper deficiencies may lead to decreased bone formation and increased calcium excretion.

Fava beans contain compounds that have been shown to boost antioxidant activity of human cells in test-tube studies. Since antioxidants enhance immune function, eating fava beans may boost immunity, but more research is needed.

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One test-tube study found that treating human lung cells with extracts from fava beans increased their antioxidant activity by up to 62.5%.

In addition, fava beans contain compounds that have been shown to enhance the ability of the powerful antioxidant glutathione in human cells and delay cellular aging.

Imam al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) said: Never miss midnight prayers, because, in fact, the real loser is he who misses (the advantage of) the midnight prayer.

Regularly eating fava beans may boost your immune system.

In particular, they’re rich in compounds that may enhance antioxidant activity. Antioxidants are critical to your body’s immune defense, as they fight free radicals that may lead to cell damage and disease.

Imam Ali (PBUH) said: He who sleeps too much at night, will lose something of his deeds (i.e., night prayers) which he cannot gain during the day-time.

With 40% of the DV for folate in just one cup (170 grams), fava beans are an excellent choice for pregnant women.

Fava beans are loaded with folate, a nutrient that promotes proper brain and spinal cord development in infants. Adequate folate intake in pregnant women can help prevent neural tube defects.