4 years ago. because nitrogen-fixing bacteria live inside them in a symbiotic relationship. basically, these nitrogen loving bacteria help the plant AND get benefits from the plant. a win-win situation; that is basically what symbiosis means. hope this helped. :) anonymous.
Lima beans are packed with protein and a wide array vitamins and minerals. They are particularly a good source of copper, manganese, folate, iron and cholesterol-lowering fiber. They also provide numerous health benefits including: promoting heart health, producing energy and stabilizes blood sugar levels.
The Basics. A fourth-cup serving of baby lima beansâabout 45 grams of beansâhas about 170 calories, including 5 calories from fat. You'll get 32 grams of carbohydrates, including 10 grams of dietary fiber, and 10 grams of fiber from that serving of baby limas.