Joy of Soy
Find out some of the key health benfits of Soy Products.
In recent years, soy products have struggled to gain their rightful space on supermarket shelves.
This miracle bean is the new dairy, the neo-protein; it can be transformed into anything: milk, cheese, ice-cream, nuts, hamburgers, sausages; nowadays you really can't believe it's not butter!
What is the reason for this soy explosion? Is soy as fabulous as doctors say or is it the greatest hoax on human health ever invented? Read on and find out why you should make this Zone-friendly food a part of your world.
1. Memory Function. After menopause, it is said that a lot of women experience a decrease in memory due to loss of estrogen. Several clinical trials suggest that soy may support a healthier memory because of the ability of the key soy ingredient, isoflavones, to protect nerve cells from the stress of oxidation. That's not to say that soy only benefits the memory of women ... men have shown to benefit from it as well.
2. Heart Health. The FDA supports health claims about the role of soy in reducing the risk of heart calamities. Soy protein supports diets that are low in saturated fat and unhealthy cholesterol levels.
3. Weight Loss. Soy has been key in contemporary weight loss for men and women. There are many reasons for this. First, it has a low glycemic index, meaning that it won't cause blood sugar levels to rise rapidly. Foods with a high glycemic index cause an over-secretion in insulin, which takes that extra sugar and stores it as fat in the body. Because it helps to balance the insulin, soy protein helps keep you feeling full much longer, quelling the urge for snacking between meals and late at night, a big contributor to weight gain. Also, soy is a low fat source of protein that helps to build lean muscle mass. And did we mention how yummy it is?
4. Fights Free Radicals. The summer sun is going to wreak oxidative havoc on our skin. The presence of unhealthy free radicals in the body, those unstable molecules that attack our cells, result in oxidative damage. For these villains of the body, only antioxidants can save the day. Scientists have found that soy indeed has antioxidant properties and that eating soy can help fight free radicals. The key seems to be the isoflavones present in the soy protein.
5. Provides Energy. Soy supports the body in everything it needs to do throughout the day. Soy protein supports energy levels, stamina, and sports performance. Soy protein is rich in amino acids, which support the body’s muscles and bones. The stronger our muscles and bones are, the more we can withstand the physical demands of our days. Soy protein also helps to support a healthy cardiovascular system, which is critical for an active lifestyle. If you feel that your body is low in energy, drink soy for a boost.
This article initially appeared in the June 2006 Zone net Newsletter. Zone Net produces Sea Health Plus Supplement.
Find out some of the key health benfits of Soy Products.
In recent years, soy products have struggled to gain their rightful space on supermarket shelves.
This miracle bean is the new dairy, the neo-protein; it can be transformed into anything: milk, cheese, ice-cream, nuts, hamburgers, sausages; nowadays you really can't believe it's not butter!
What is the reason for this soy explosion? Is soy as fabulous as doctors say or is it the greatest hoax on human health ever invented? Read on and find out why you should make this Zone-friendly food a part of your world.
1. Memory Function. After menopause, it is said that a lot of women experience a decrease in memory due to loss of estrogen. Several clinical trials suggest that soy may support a healthier memory because of the ability of the key soy ingredient, isoflavones, to protect nerve cells from the stress of oxidation. That's not to say that soy only benefits the memory of women ... men have shown to benefit from it as well.
2. Heart Health. The FDA supports health claims about the role of soy in reducing the risk of heart calamities. Soy protein supports diets that are low in saturated fat and unhealthy cholesterol levels.
3. Weight Loss. Soy has been key in contemporary weight loss for men and women. There are many reasons for this. First, it has a low glycemic index, meaning that it won't cause blood sugar levels to rise rapidly. Foods with a high glycemic index cause an over-secretion in insulin, which takes that extra sugar and stores it as fat in the body. Because it helps to balance the insulin, soy protein helps keep you feeling full much longer, quelling the urge for snacking between meals and late at night, a big contributor to weight gain. Also, soy is a low fat source of protein that helps to build lean muscle mass. And did we mention how yummy it is?
4. Fights Free Radicals. The summer sun is going to wreak oxidative havoc on our skin. The presence of unhealthy free radicals in the body, those unstable molecules that attack our cells, result in oxidative damage. For these villains of the body, only antioxidants can save the day. Scientists have found that soy indeed has antioxidant properties and that eating soy can help fight free radicals. The key seems to be the isoflavones present in the soy protein.
5. Provides Energy. Soy supports the body in everything it needs to do throughout the day. Soy protein supports energy levels, stamina, and sports performance. Soy protein is rich in amino acids, which support the body’s muscles and bones. The stronger our muscles and bones are, the more we can withstand the physical demands of our days. Soy protein also helps to support a healthy cardiovascular system, which is critical for an active lifestyle. If you feel that your body is low in energy, drink soy for a boost.
This article initially appeared in the June 2006 Zone net Newsletter. Zone Net produces Sea Health Plus Supplement.
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