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Many of you must have heard that soy is good for your health. You need to be asked, as is soy so beneficial to our lives. I just want to say some important things about soy and its benefits.

Soya bean is cultivated extensively for centuries in Southeast Asia and the United States. Soybean cultivation in India was introduced in 1977. In our country it is grown mainly in the north-Indian sub Himalayan belt. In India people started liking this pulse mainly among vegetarians.

The nutritional value of this wonder bean is enormous. Besides being the cheapest source of high quality vegetable protein, also has a good amount of energy and fat. Soy contains 43g of protein per 100g, which is the highest among all the pulses. It also contains 19.5g fat, 21g of carbs and 432 calories per 100 grams. Soy protein contains all the essential amino acids in adequate amounts, except methionine and cystine, as a result of which is considered the best as regards vegetable source proteins. It 'a good source of vitamins thiamin, niacin, folic acid, carotene and a good source of riboflavin. It 's also a good source of zinc ore.

It contains many compounds that may greatly influence the reduction in the risk of cancer. Studies have shown that people with high cholesterol, which are already on the low-fat, low cholesterol diet, 8 weeks, the replacement of animal protein with soy protein reduce the cholesterol of 23-25 %. Soy products also helps to have good control over blood sugar levels as a good source of fiber. Thanks to its high fiber content also helps to beat obesity and overweight. Soy protein may help in better utilization of calcium in order to avoid the agony of osteoporosis.

Beyond the contribution to human well-being, soybeans improve the taste in edibles. The shelves of supermarkets now carry a wide range of soy products such as pieces, flakes, granules, soy milk, soybean paste, tofu (soybean paneer), soya flour and, of course, the soybean oil. You can use these products in your daily life. Add the soy flour in bread and cereal preparations like dosa, chapathi, idli, etc. Add a little 'of soy flour to make porridge. Just add a handful of soy flakes or granules in one of the dishes they prepare. One advantage of such flakes or granules, is that they have a sweet taste. Just dip it in boiling water for 2 minutes, squeeze out the water and add to any dish and it will take the flavor of your dish without making any changes to his original taste. Use soy milk as a substitute for the normal milk. It can be as innovative as possible in food preparation and utilize the benefits of soy.

Soy being the only vegetable source of high quality protein, is really a big plus for vegetarians. It has definitely proven to be great flavor of fitness for its nutritional benefits and other. Looking at the benefits you can really call it a "Wonder Bean" .......