Diet
Including it in our diet will bring us multiple benefits: it helps prevent osteoporosis, relieves symptoms of hormonal deficiency and reduces the risk of thrombosis and heart attack, among others.
The soybeans They have been planted for nearly 5,000 years in China. They are green in color, but as they mature they turn dark brown. Fresh soybeans are harvested when the plant is not yet ripe and eaten like a true legume. Among its many components are vitamins C, B and E, minerals (potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc), bioactive substances (flavonoids, phytosterins, phytoestrogens, phytinic acid, saponins), fiber and other acids essential fats. A very interesting cocktail for our body.
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Beneficial properties of soy
- Soy is the richest food in protein that nature provides. Soy protein is absorbed and digested as easily as cow’s milk. Soy drink or soy milk can even replace cow’s milk in baby food.
- Its consumption is related to risk reduction suffer tumors malignancies, such as those of the colon, breast or prostate.
- Soy has been shown to prevent arteriosclerosis and, therefore, the risk of suffering from thrombosis or acute myocardial infarction.
- Due to its isoflavone content, soy helps prevent osteoporosis. It has bone remineralizing properties, so its regular consumption is especially recommended for women who have reached menopause.
- Soy may be the solution for people suffering from Lactose intolerance. It allows to ingest enough calcium, to maintain a good bone density and thus to avoid osteoporosis.
- Symptoms associated with hormone deficiency, caused by menopause, are greatly relieved by consuming soy. Soy isoflavones, which can be considered “plant hormones”, are responsible for this beneficial effect.
The recommended daily ration are 40 g. of tofu, a veggie soy burger, two glasses of soy drink, or a soy casserole. What are you waiting for to include it in your diet?
Source: Dr. Concepcion Vidales Azna
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