Soy Bean Products
Soy used to be the little beans that evoked blank stares or wrinkled noses. But these days soy is a featured ingredient in foods that are tasty and good for the heart, too. The Food and Drug Administration announced this year that soy can reduce the risk of heart disease when included in a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, due to research at the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at Urbana-Champaign. As little as 20 grams of soy a day will lower cholesterol levels, according to the FDA. Soy is in foods that range from muffins to ice cream to honey-roasted nuts to soy-injected hams and roasts. Textured Vegetable Protein, or soy flour that has been made to simulate popular meat products is completely vegetarian and provides an excellent protein source for those on a vegetarian or low fat diet. Soy Protein Isolate is over 90 percent protein and is frequently used by bodybuilders and weight lifters in search of a good, clean source of protein. Soy Grits are frequently used as a healthy filler in soups and flavor packages. Soy Flour is a wonderful alternative to wheat flours for baking.
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