The benefits of soybeans

What is soybean

Soybean is one of the common legumes in East Asia, as it grows in tropical, subtropical and hot regions. Soybeans consist of 36% protein, 30% carbohydrates and a good content of minerals, vitamins, and dietary fiber, in addition to 20% oil.

Recent studies have indicated the role of soybeans in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and prostate, colon and breast cancer.

Benefits of soybeans:

High amounts of protein: Green soybeans contain large amounts of protein, as they provide all the essential amino acids that the body needs. Eating one cup of cooked green soybeans provides about 18.5 grams of protein, although it is not as high quality as animal protein.

Reducing cholesterol: Studies show that consuming 47 grams of soy protein per day can lower total cholesterol levels by 9.3%, and another study indicates that 50 grams of soy protein per day reduces cholesterol levels by 3%.

Rich in healthy fiber, antioxidants and Vitamin K.

Reduce the incidence of heart disease

Suitable for diabetics, as it does not lead to an increase in blood sugar, and it is suitable for those who do not depend on carbohydrates in their diet.

Rich in vitamins and minerals, if you eat 155 grams of green soybeans, you will get 52% of the vitamins.

Breast cancer prevention.

Reduce menopause.

Reduce the risk of prostate cancer.

It strengthens bones and reduces their fragility.

Soybean oil and its benefits

It is the vegetable oil that is extracted from soybeans, which are known scientifically as 'glycine', and most of the soybean oil is refined, blended, and sometimes hydrogenated, and the oil can be used in many things because it contains benefits, including:

Control cholesterol levels.

Rich in Omega 3.

Reduces the incidence of heart disease and strokes.

Reduces Alzheimer's disease.

It works to strengthen the bones, as it is rich in calcium.

skin care.

Improving vision, it preserves the eyes.

What is the method of cooking soybeans?

Soybeans can be cooked in more than one way, you can add them to the salad and eat them as vegetables, or you can eat them alone as a snack.

Cooking soybeans does not take much time, boil for 3-5 minutes and it is ready

Sometimes it is steamed or microwaved, and it can also be eaten fried

Soybean uses

Soybeans are used for many purposes, the most important of which are:

Soybeans are used in food in a large proportion, especially in Asian countries such as China and Japan, and it is used in the manufacture of many baked goods and products such as oils and chocolate, and it is also used as food for animals.

It is used as a fuel source in some countries.

Some companies use it as a substitute for petrochemicals.

It is used in some products such as cosmetics.

ground soybeans

Sometimes soybeans are ground and used, especially for the elderly, as it is rich in calcium and preserves bones, in addition to many of the properties it contains, which are not much different from the benefits of soybeans.

Soybean capsules and their benefits

It is a type of nutritional supplement that is extracted from the soybean plant and contains the properties and basic components of soybean grains and has many benefits, including regulating hormones, especially in women, and preventing some chronic diseases.

Roasted soybeans

Roasted soybeans are an ideal solution for those who want to gain weight or muscles, as dry roasted soybeans can be very beneficial. Eating one cup provides 776 calories, which includes about 39% of the total daily calories.

Benefits of roasted soybeans

Rich in protein, it contains 68 grams of protein.

Rich in dietary fiber that helps control cholesterol levels.

Rich in carbohydrates, it contains 56 grams of carbohydrates.

Rich in folic acid and B vitamins, it is suitable for expectant mothers.

Rich in minerals and calcium and helps in straightening bones and teeth