Say protein and here is a bowl of chickpea, the first thing that comes to your mind. Chickpeas are superfood that are great source of protein, Vitamin B6, fibre, folate, iron and zinc. Chickpeas are also a good source of fibre that aid in digestion. They fuel up the body with complex carbohydrates that help lower or regulate the blood sugar levels. Chickpeas are also very satiating and hence give you the feeling of being full, keeping the hunger pranks at bay, thus essentially helping you with weight loss.