Heart Health
According to the Centers for Disease Control, Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. The FDA recently approved health claims related to soy: include 25 grams of soy protein each day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. Soy foods are low in saturated fat, are cholesterol-free, and contain high-quality protein, essential fatty acids, dietary fiber, and numerous other nutrients. As part of a healthy diet, soy foods can replace less healthy foods that are high in saturated fat and cholesterol, thus enhancing their impact on cholesterol lowering. Incorporating plant-based soy foods into the diet may also improve blood pressure and other coronary heart disease risk factors. Check the label for sodium content to stay within healthy limits. Soy can help you save calories, fat, and cholesterol. Try these 2 simple suggestions:
Additional Resources SANA - www.soyfoods.org USB - www.soybean.org ASA - www.soygrowers.com Soyfoods Directory - www.talksoy.com |
