Jasz
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Soy is a legume that originated in East Asia. It has been cultivated in China since the fifth millennium BCE and was introduced to the United States by 1765. Soy is a popular food item worldwide and is used in many commercial products, such as tofu, textured vegetable protein, soy sauce, soybean oil and miso paste.
The health benefits of soy are widely known and were first recorded in China as early as 2837 BCE
These ancient Chinese writings described soy as an effective treatment for edema (fluid retention), poor digestion and constipation.
In more recent years, various studies have confirmed that soy may be beneficial for a number of ailments. Soy also helps lower blood pressure
(1) and reduce the risk of heart disease (2)improve bone density
(3) and reduce menopausal symptoms
(4). Soy may also increase lean muscle mass
(5), reduce body fat
(6) and protect against certain cancers, including breast cancer
(7)Most people have heard about soy's benefits but are unsure of how to incorporate it into their diet. Luckily, this legume is versatile enough that it can be added to nearly any meal throughout the day.
The health benefits of soy are widely known and were first recorded in China as early as 2837 BCE
These ancient Chinese writings described soy as an effective treatment for edema (fluid retention), poor digestion and constipation.
In more recent years, various studies have confirmed that soy may be beneficial for a number of ailments. Soy also helps lower blood pressure
(1) and reduce the risk of heart disease (2)improve bone density
(3) and reduce menopausal symptoms
(4). Soy may also increase lean muscle mass
(5), reduce body fat
(6) and protect against certain cancers, including breast cancer
(7)Most people have heard about soy's benefits but are unsure of how to incorporate it into their diet. Luckily, this legume is versatile enough that it can be added to nearly any meal throughout the day.
