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New research: Eating more soybeans can improve children's thinking skills and attention

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A new study found that school-age children who consumed more soy isoflavones showed better thinking skills and concentration. These findings pave the way for future research aimed at uncovering how soy foods can positively impact cognitive abilities in children. Isoflavones are compounds that occur naturally in a variety of plants, especially soybeans and soy products. Although previous studies in adults have shown that soy isoflavones can improve memory, their benefits in children have not been well studied. "Soy foods are not typically a regular part of American children's diets," said Ajla Bristina, a doctoral student in neuroscience at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. "Our study adds to the evidence that nutrients in soy foods are important for children's cognitive abilities." " Bristina will present the findings at NUTRITION 2024, the flagship annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, taking place June 29-July 2 in Chicag

A brief analysis of soy plant yogurt

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In recent years, with the continuous improvement of people's living standards, the demand for yogurt has also been increasing. Combining starter cultures and plant-based raw materials to make healthy yogurt drinks rich in plant protein and microbial protein is one of the current trends in the development of functional beverages. Soybean plant yogurt, also known as plant-based yogurt, is a fermented product of deeply processed soy milk. It has a thick texture and sticky taste. Its most important function is to greatly extend the shelf life of soy milk. Compared with animal-based yogurt, the most prominent advantage of soy yogurt is that it is cholesterol-free and suitable for people with lactose intolerance. Factors affecting the taste of soy plant yogurt 1. Differences in the ratio of strains used Yoghurt fermentation strains that use milk as the main ingredient mainly use lactose in milk as the fermentation substrate, while plant-based yogurt that uses instant soy flour as the mai

The plant protein wave is sweeping the world

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As consumers become increasingly concerned about health, ethical and environmental issues, plant-based foods are sweeping the global market at an unprecedented rate. Meat alternatives are at the forefront of a trend that is reshaping the food industry, providing consumers with more sustainable and responsible eating options. Health-driven: plant-based with many benefits Numerous studies show that a diet rich in plant-based foods has numerous health benefits, including reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes, as well as improving overall weight management and digestive health. These findings have prompted an increasing number of people to seek to reduce their meat intake in favor of plant-based alternatives. Moral considerations: reject cruelty and advocate care Growing concerns over animal welfare have prompted many consumers to choose to reduce or stop eating meat altogether due to ethical concerns. Problems such as animal crue

The Importance of Soy for Vegans

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Soybeans are an important ingredient for vegetarians and have important implications for their health and nutritional intake. Soybeans are rich in protein, fiber and various nutrients and are widely used in vegetarian diets. This article will explore the importance of soy and analyze why it is critical for vegetarians. First, soybeans are one of the top sources of protein for vegetarians. Protein is one of the important nutrients required by the body and is essential for maintaining health and development. Vegans avoid animal products, such as meat, eggs, and dairy, and must get enough protein from other foods. As a protein-rich plant, soybeans are one of the best choices for vegetarians. The protein content in soybeans is high, and the composition of the protein is similar to the amino acids needed by the human body. The soy protein contained in soybeans is not only nutritious, but it also helps vegetarians obtain essential amino acids, especially lysine and isoleucine, which are rela

Why is soy protein the star among plant proteins?

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What are the differences between animal and plant protein nutrition? The reason why proteins contain different amino acids has a lot to do with the source of the protein. Protein mainly comes from animal foods and plant foods. The amino acids contained in animal proteins and plant proteins are different, which means that their nutritional values ​​ are also different. Animal protein mainly comes from meat, eggs and milk of poultry, livestock and fish. Its protein composition is mainly casein (78~85%), which can be better absorbed and utilized by adults. More importantly, animal protein has a complete range of essential amino acids in a reasonable proportion, so it is easier to digest, absorb and utilize than ordinary plant protein, and its nutritional value is relatively high. Generally speaking, the amino acid scores of meat (such as fish, beef) proteins and proteins in milk are between 0.9 and 1.0. Plant-based protein mainly comes from rice, noodles and beans, but the protein nutriti

The health benefits of plant protein

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According to the evaluation criteria of high-quality protein, plant-based protein is better than animal-based protein. Therefore, even if you are not a vegetarian, you should understand the benefits of plant protein to human health, reasonably adjust your diet, consume more high-quality plant protein, reduce the burden on your body, and make your body healthier.   Advantages of plant protein Plant-based proteins are significantly better than animal-based proteins because of the following characteristics: · Cholesterol-free; · Contains virtually no saturated fat. Plant protein can effectively reduce the risk of chronic diseases while obtaining high-quality protein, which is of great significance to human health. Let ’ s take soy protein as an example to see how plant protein benefits human health.   The benefits of plant protein for middle-aged and elderly people Scientific research shows that protein has the following benefits for middle-aged and elderly people: 1)  Effectively prevent

A new healthy choice for vegetarians - soy protein

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Textured soy protein, derived from high-quality soy protein isolate through a series of processing techniques, has become a popular food additive. This protein enhances meat products such as ham, sausages, dumplings, glutinous rice balls, and meatballs with its unique meat-like taste and high nutritional value. Moreover, due to its excellent water absorption and retention properties, it reduces product costs, providing meat product manufacturers with a competitive edge. In recent years, more food manufacturers and consumers in my country have recognized and favored soybean textured protein. Its unique attributes improve the quality of meat products, offering better texture and nutritional benefits. For consumers, as living standards improve, the demand for meat products has surged. However, excessive meat consumption can lead to "wealth diseases" due to high cholesterol and fat intake. Incorporating soy textured protein as a partial meat substitute not only satisfies taste pr