Benefits of soy protein

Soy is one of the oldest and most nutritious foods in the world. It has many nutritional benefits: its glycemic index is low, it helps control blood sugar levels, it is an excellent source of protein, fiber and isoflavones, substances with positive effects on several diseases, such as cardiovascular .

Data not yet officially published, indicate that soy protein inhibits platelet aggregation and there is a possibility that one of the soy isoflavones (genistein) may decrease plaque formation, which inhibits cell proliferation. soft muscles that are part of the process of atherosclerosis. Therefore, the FDA (Food Drug Administration) and the AHA (American Heart Association) recommended the consumption of 25 grams of soy protein per day to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases .


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Benefits of soy protein

With regard to the health of the heart , it has been shown that soy protein is very beneficial, then Fernanda Zimmermann, Nutritionist at the Kellogg's Institute of Nutrition and Health , explains in an interview with GetQoralHealth the advantages of its consumption.


1. Numerous studies show that adding soy protein to the diet can moderately decrease the levels of cholesterol Total up to 3%.

2. The intake of soy protein inhibits the oxidation of LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol, or "bad cholesterol".

3. Although the HDL cholesterol (high density lipoproteins), or "good" cholesterol does not seem to change much, the effects are very positive. The best results occur in those people who have high levels of it and the benefits continue if they increase their consumption of soy protein.

4. Similarly, the intake of soy protein decreases the concentration of triglycerides in the blood, protecting the individual from suffering cardiovascular diseases .

5. It has been shown that a 3% reduction in cholesterol results in a decrease of up to 10% in the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases .
 

The AHA has also stated that the intake of soy-based foods can help reduce the consumption of saturated fat and dietary cholesterol, as it is a substitute for animal protein.

Foods made from soy can make important contributions to a healthy diet. So the soy protein is an alternative to maintain the heart health .

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