The 8 healthiest beans you should be eating more often, according to nutrition expert

Beans and legumes are affordable, protein-packed and health-promoting foods that deserve a more prominent place on your plate, health experts say.

"Fewer than 14% of American adults eat beans on a given day, and that's a problem, because they're some of the most nutrient-dense foods you can buy," New York City-based nutrition and wellness expert Samantha Cassetty, founder of Sam's Plate and co-author of "Sugar Shock," told Fox News Digital. "They deliver protein, fiber and slow-burning carbs for steady energy...