Food Nutrition in Soy Foods
Soybeans are an excellent
source of protein and make a range of highly nutritious foods. The anti-cancer
properties of the soybean make it especially valuable, due to its antioxidant
content which protects against free-radical damage. For example studies
show a 30 percent reduction in stomach cancer after eating a daily portion
of miso soup (fermented soybean paste). The risk of hormonal cancers (breast,
cervical and ovarian) is reduced by eating soybeans, due to their content
of isoflavones, one of the protective phyto-estrogen chemicals. Soy foods
include tofu, soy milk, soy cheese, soy sauce or miso. Soy sauce is high
in sodium and should be consumed in moderation.
Energy in Soy Food
One cup of cooked soybeans
contains about 300 calories. Half a cup of regular tofu contains about
190 calories.
Nutrients in Soy Foods
One cup of cooked soybeans
contains 17 grams of carbohydrate, 29 grams of protein and 16 grams of
fat.
Vitamins in Soy Food
Soybeans contain Vitamin
A and folate.
Minerals in Soy Foods
Soybeans contain calcium,
phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and some zinc.
Glycemic Index (GI) Value
For Soy Food
Soybeans have a low GI value.
Most Nutritious Types of
Soy Foods
All soy foods make a nutritious
alternative to meat based protein and offer significant health benefits
in the area of heart disease and cancer protection. Their nutritional
content is especially valuable for vegetarians, diabetics and women during
the menopause. Nutrition in Types of Soy
Food
Tofu
(1oz)
Extra Firm Tofu
Firm Tofu
Soft Tofu
Miso
Soy Bean
Black Soybeans
Soy Cheese
Soybean Curd Cheese
Soy Chunks
Soy Drinks
Soy Milks
Soy Mince
Soy Oil
Soy Sauces
Soy Yogurt
Tempeh
Tofutti
TVP: Textured Vegetable Protein
Weight Control, Exercise
and Nutrition
Some people who want to lose
weight make the mistake of focusing exclusively on calorie-intake and
counting calories. Although keeping track of energy intake is vital, energy
expenditure is also important. So too is diet nutrition, because when
we maintain a healthy body and metabolism, we burn calories faster. In
short, if you want to lose weight, make sure you eat a healthy diet in
order to obtain all your necessary nutrients.
More Information About
Calories and Energy Expenditure
Calorie Burning Exercise Advice
Calories Burned By Exercise
Calories in Foods
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