possibly related:
Fresh Beans
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/products/produce/freshbeans.html
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Fava beans were the only beans known to ancient Western peoples before the discovery of America... Modern medical researchers have determined that a significant percentage of eastern Mediterranean peoples are allergic to fava beans and speculate that this allergy may have been an underlying reason for the famous philosopher's prohibition.
Interesting. Thanks.