All About Soy Protein and Thyroid function
Soy Protein and Thyroid Health Soy products are enjoying immense popularity as it is praised as a healthy food by many. Soy foods are rich in nutrients including B vitamins, fibre, potassium, magnesium, and high-quality protein. Soy protein ,unlike other plant proteins are considered a complete protein, as they contain all nine essential amino acids which the body cannot make and must be obtained from the diet. Soybeans can be consumed as whole or made into a variety of products, including soy milk, tofu, tempeh and other dairy and meat alternatives. It can also be made into soy protein powder such as soy protein isolate used in protein supplements, soy protein concentrate used in infant formulas, baked goods etc, and textured soy protein used as a substitute in meat based curries, soups etc. Health Benefits associated with Soy Several studies have shown the effect of soy in lowering incidences of heart diseases, diabetes, warding ...