Soy And Soy Products: Nutritional Characteristics And Health Benefits

Soybean, as one of the world’s most important crops, not only has rich nutritional value, but also can bring many health benefits. This article will explore in depth first,

      Soybeans are rich in good quality vegetable protein. Soybeans contain about 36 grams of protein per 100 grams, which is overwhelmingly higher than other legumes. Soy protein is a complete protein and contains 9 kinds of amino acids necessary for the body. In addition, soybean protein contains a lot of branchial amino acids such as leucine and isoleucine, which play an important role in strengthening immunity and muscle synthesis. We hope that our readers will have a broad interest and discussion on the nutritional characteristics of soy and soy products.

Second, soybeans are rich in fat, which is rare among vegetable foods. Soy fat is 16-20%, and unsaturated fatty acids such as oleic acid and linoleic acid are the main components. These unsaturated fatty acids lower cholesterol levels in the body and improve cardiovascular function. Soybeans are also rich in lecithin and brain phospholipids, which act as antioxidants and protect the liver.

       Soybeans and soy products are also rich in dietary fiber. Soybeans contain a lot of water-soluble fiber, which improves the functioning of the digestive system and is said to be good for the health of the intestine. It also helps prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure by controlling blood sugar levels and lowering blood lipids.

      Soy and soy products are rich in vitamins and minerals. Soybean contains vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin E, vitamin K and other vitamins, has many benefits to human health. Soybeans are also rich in minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc and magnesium, which help maintain the functioning of bones, blood and nervous system.

      Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in modern society, and eating soy products is associated with an increase in breast tissue in women, which virtually increases the risk of breast cancer. However, most observational studies suggest that eating soy products reduces the risk of breast cancer. Studies have also shown a protective effect against prostate cancer in men. Several soy compounds, such as isoflavones and evening primrose, may play a role in its possible cancer prevention effects. Exposure to isoflavones early in life can have protective effects against breast cancer, especially later in life. The nutritional value of soybeans and soy products is widely recognized in the scientific community. Some studies have shown that moderate consumption of soy and soy products can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, breast cancer, prostate cancer, and other diseases. In addition, soy and soy products have a certain effect in relieving the symptoms of menopausal women.

       However, it should be noted that this evidence is limited to observational studies suggesting an association between soy consumption and cancer prevention and does not prove causation.In addition, according to a recently published research review, some molecules found in soy may reduce syndromes caused by menopause in middle-aged women. The review authors analysed 62 studies involving more than 6600 women. The women were divided into two groups, one was a substance of herbal origin and the other was a placebo.

       The study was mainly to find out if the two foods alleviated menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and night sweats, and found that they had a significant effect. This phytoestrogen is often found in plants such as soybeans to reduce hot flashes and vaginal dryness, but it does not delay night sweats. One explanation for this is that this phytoestrogen is structurally similar to human estrogen, which significantly reduces estrogen levels in postmenopausal women.

     In addition, ERr731, which is found in rhubarb plants, and pycnogenol, which is found in pine bark, have the effect of relieving hot flashes. However, the authors also point out that the exact efficacy of ERr731 and pycnogenol has not been confirmed by further studies, so caution should be exercised. At the same time, the authors noted that the herbal medicines black cohosh and angelica do not seem to have a significant effect on menopause. In particular, it is now certain that one plant extract causes hot flashes and night sweats – in 2012, an 11-year-old girl developed hot flashes and night sweats resembling menopause after prolonged consumption of saw palmetto extract.

The initial treatment of menopause was based on hormone replacement therapy. However, scientists are gradually discovering that hormone therapy itself also carries some risks. As a result, people are looking for other alternatives that may be less risky, such as dietary supplements based on plant extracts. Many people rush to the clinic in search of the so-called home remedies, so it is urgent to determine which herbs are beneficial for menopause. Researchers recommend that you should seek medical attention as much as possible before taking it and that you should not use seemingly safe herbs, dietary supplements, or dietary supplements. This is because these products may contain unknown or unlabeled active ingredients, which may pose unknown risks to human health.

     In conclusion, soy and soy products are rich in nutritional value and health benefits. In the daily diet, soy and soy products should be consumed in moderation to maintain a balanced nutrient intake and promote health. At the same time, researchers need to further study the nutritional properties of soybeans and soy products to bring more benefits to human health.