Sure. It and other legumes are very high in soluble fiber, so useful for bulking. 

Jan

Thanks Jan.  But then what is the difference between lentils and beans?  Why do beans have the adverse effect?

I consider lentils to be a form of plaster...they litterally bind everything up in my gut (sometimes not such a bad thing) but do cause some gas...I eat them a tablespoon at a time depending on whether or not I need to be social or not. They are very healthy, full of good, bioavailable iron and mix very well with Vit C (try using tomatoes, potatoes or other veggies full of Vit C)...There are 3 colours, red, yellow or golden and green. Not sure if the color changes anything but the red seem to be easiest to digest. 

If you have problems eating them as a side or main course use them in soup...you get just enough to be healthy without overdoing things.

ps. In France they eat lentils on New Year's day. They say that it brings prosperity. Couldn't hurt.

Sharon

Beans and lentils may have opposite effects for many, but not all. They each contain unique protiens and fiber that you will have variable tolerability as an individual. To me, there is no difference. The main factor is the amount. Too much of either causes gas and urgency. in moderate amounts, they are thickening.

Jan