Super Soy
Soy is a vegetable that has complete
protein with essential amino acids. Those essential amino acids help to
protect the body. One only needs 25mg/day of soy to reap the benefits
listed below. Some food sources include: soy milk, soy beans (Edamame),
tofu and tofu products that mimic meat products (tofurkey, tofu hot
dogs), etc.
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Soy |
Tofu
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Soy beans are rich in:
- Calcium
- Iron
- Protein
- Omega 3 Fatty acids
- Fiber
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Soy Beans (Edamame)
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Benefits include:
- Heart health
- Healthy bones
- Weight Management
- Stabilize blood sugar
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Palm Beach County:
Florenzia Davis, PhD,MS,RD,LD/N
Senior Public Health Nutritionist
(561) 681-2524 x106 |
