The high fiber content of chickpeas is helping us to feel satiated for long periods of times, which helps us to curb food cravings and stay away from junk food and unhealthy snacks. Several studies show that people on high fiber diets tend to have lower body weight and chickpeas may even contribute to cutting body fat. The other nutrient we have to talk about when it comes to chickpea’s ability to aid in weight loss is protein.