3 reasons soy should definitely be on tonight's menu

It's more than just a source of protein!

By: Poorva Chavan | | Updated: September 14, 2015 10:16 am

Soy and Soy products are known to be healthy. We all know they are a good source of protein and readily include it in our diets in the form of soybeans, tofu, soy milk, etc. But, apart from being a protein-rich food, soy contains various antioxidants that protect you from many health conditions.

3. Prevents kidney diseases: A protein rich food is often thought to increase one’s risk of kidney disease, but a study shows that replacing animal protein with soy protein reduces the risk of kidney disease. The study also found that substituting animal protein with soy protein also prevents diabetic nephropathy, a complication of diabetes [3].

So, what new recipe will you try with soy? Let us know in the comments.

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