Beans — Protein Foundation

Adzuki — #1 macrobiotic bean. Kidney health. Less gas.

Chickpeas — Hearty. Stews, hummus.

Lentils — Quick cook, no soak needed.

Black beans — Complete protein with rice.

Products: Tofu (versatile, yin). Tempeh (fermented, yang). Natto (strong ferment, best gut food).

Rule: ALWAYS cook beans with kombu. Enzymes break down gas-causing sugars.

Soak all beans 6–8 hours except lentils. Discard soak water.

Reference:

Wikipedia: Adzuki Bean

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Azuki_bean