Looking for a high-protein, low-fat alternative to meat that
can actually reduce your cholesterol level, ease menopause and
help prevent osteoporosis and even cancer?...
Soy protein is a "complete" protein and just as nutritious
as animal protein. In those countries where soy is the main source
of protein, rates of heart disease and certain cancers( particularly
breast, cervical, prostate and colon) are relatively low. Soy
also protects against osteoporosis and some symptoms of menopause.
Let's take a look at some ways that you can substitute soy for
animal products.
Tofu--made from soy milk. It can be blended, stir-fried, steamed,
grilled and baked. Crumble firm tofu into the cheese for lasagna,
or add it to chili or spaghetti sauce.
Miso--soybean paste, often put in soups.
Tempeh-made from fermented soybeans, can be made into a spread
or pressed into a cake and marinated, grilled or baked.
Soy milk--is rich, cream milk of whole soybeans. Pour over breakfast
cereal or mix half-and-half with dairy milk. Add soy milk to coffer
in place of milk or creamer. Choose a low-fat product fortified
with calcium.
