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Get ready to celebrate Never Bean Better Day on Oct. 1! This fun holiday was created by the bean-loving folks at Bush's Beans to celebrate all things beans and their versatile uses in different cuisines around the world. Whether you're a fan of black beans, chickpeas, or good old-fashioned baked beans, this day is all about appreciating the humble yet nutritious legume. So grab a can of beans or get creative with some recipes and join in on the celebration!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1908</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Bush's Beans</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Bush Brothers & Company was founded, which eventually became famous for its range of canned bean products.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1969</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Introduction of Baked Beans</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bush's Beans introduced their now-iconic "original" flavor of baked beans, further spreading the love and enjoyability of beans.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut of Duke Ads</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bush's Beans launched their entertaining ad campaign featuring Jay Bush and his talking dog, Duke, bringing beans into pop culture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Expansion of Bean Types</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bush's Beans expanded their product line beyond baked beans to include black beans, pinto beans, chickpeas, and others.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Never Bean Better Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first celebration of Never Bean Better Day took place, encouraging individuals to enjoy and share their favorite bean-inclusive dishes.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a new bean recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Challenge yourself to cook with a type of bean you've never used before. Whether it's black beans, chickpeas, or lentils, incorporate them into a delicious and healthy dish to celebrate Never Bean Better Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a bean-themed menu</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Plan a menu for the day that includes beans in every dish. From appetizers to desserts, get creative and have fun incorporating different types of beans into your meals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a bean scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a list of different types of beans and go on a scavenger hunt at your local grocery store or farmer's market to find them all. This is a great way to learn about new beans and their uses.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a bean-themed potluck</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family over for a bean-themed potluck! Have everyone bring a dish that features beans as the main ingredient and enjoy trying out different recipes together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a bean-related charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Never Bean Better Day by giving back. Research and donate to a charity or organization that focuses on promoting the benefits of beans or providing them to those in need.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates a healthier alternative to traditional beans</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Never Bean Better Day is all about promoting legumes as a healthier option for meals. By choosing beans over meat, you can reduce your intake of saturated fats and increase your fiber and protein intake. Plus, beans are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages creativity in cooking</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Never Bean Better Day challenges us to think outside the box and come up with new and exciting ways to incorporate beans into our meals. From bean burgers to bean dips, there are so many delicious recipes waiting to be discovered!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It supports sustainable and environmentally-friendly food choices</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Choosing beans over meat on Never Bean Better Day not only benefits our own health, but it also helps promote sustainable and environmentally-friendly food choices. Producing beans requires less resources like water and land compared to meat production, making them a more eco-friendly option.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Beans are Among the Oldest Cultivated Plants</h3><p class='facts-content'>Archaeological evidence reveals that beans were among the first plants to be cultivated by humans, dating back about 9,000 years in certain regions of the world.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Beans are not just for Eating</h3><p class='facts-content'>Beans aren’t only used as a food source, but also in various other ways such as a natural fertilizer, coffee substitute, and even in artwork.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Beans played a Crucial Role in Historical Trade</h3><p class='facts-content'>In ancient Egypt, beans were an important trade item, often used for barter. They also played a significant role in the spread of culture and civilization due to their portability and long shelf life.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Beans are Packed with Nutrient Power</h3><p class='facts-content'>Beans provide important nutrients including iron, zinc, magnesium, and B vitamins such as folic acid. They're rich in fiber and excellent sources of plant-based protein.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are Thousands of Varieties of Beans</h3><p class='facts-content'>There are more than 40,000 known varieties of beans in the world, but only a fraction of these varieties are mass-produced for regular consumption.</p></div></div>
Never Bean Better Day is celebrated on August 22 every year. In 2024 Never Bean Better Day will occur on a Thursday.
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