India, Oct. 8 -- Nutrition can be full of surprises. Who would have thought that something as small and humble as peas could pack such a powerful nutritional punch? Packed with essential nutrients, this tiny green vegetable can support gut health, keep you feeling fuller for longer and may even be associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer. Here's why adding a handful of peas to your daily meals could be a simple way to make your diet more nutritious.

Dr Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist and health content creator specialising in digestive, liver, pancreatic and nutritional health, has highlighted the nutritional and health benefits of making peas a regular part of your diet. In an Instagram video shared on October...