Soy: The Low-Fat Protein
Adding soybeans and soy products to your diet
is very beneficial to your health. "Soy
is an excellent protein alternative, very low
in saturated fat and easier than you may think
to add to your daily menu," offers Randi
Cardonick, MS, registered dietitian with Penn
Health for Women. Also, regular intake of isoflavone-containing
soy products has been shown to decrease the severity
of hot flashes associated with menopause.
- Try some of the many soy products out there
- soy milk, tofu, marinated tofu, Boca Burgers,
Smart Dogs, and tempeh, just to name a few.
- Add tofu to some of your favorite recipes
like chili, lasagna, soups,and stirfrys.
- Mix silken tofu with your favorite fruit
for a healthy shake.
- Drink a cup of soy milk.
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