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The Melis family of Sardinia ate this minestrone soup every day of their very long lives. See recipe below.

In Sardinia, where one of the first groups of centenarians was studied, garbanzo and fava are the legumes of choice.

Also known as chickpeas, garbanzos are the prime ingredients of a minestrone that is usually eaten at more than one meal, allowing the residents of Sardinia to get the benefits of beans at least twice a day.

There you have it!

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