'Anko' red bean paste the new chic way to stay in shape

We have eaten red bean paste for decades. Make our own minus the sugar. Sesame powder outside. Better probably than rich western confection. But not neccessarily health giving or staying in shape.

@Wobot

There are plenty of references you can find; google adzuki bean.

After learning of anko's low fat content compared with Western confectionery

Just what does 'Western' mean? Here we go again comparing Japan to the world. You know what? There are a lot of countries in that category and a lot of low fat options out there. Stop playing into that Japanese superiority thing. It's tiring and incorrect.

Anko and Basashi are the only 2 Japanese foods I HATE with a passion.

After learning of anko's low fat content

Personally, I think this is the reason why autism in children and senility and parkinson's on the elderly , as well as obesity exists. This fat free craze is very damaging to our health. Fat is not a culprit. Our brains are made of fat and water.