Benefits of Soy and SOYJOY as a Whole Soy & Low Calorie Snack

When reading health and nutrition articles, many professionals say you are supposed to add soy to your diet. Wondering the reasons why? The first thing to understand is what soy is and its history. All soy comes from soybeans, which are naturally grown beans similar in size to a pea. Soy is a nutrient-rich food delivering high-quality protein, carbohydrates, fiber, healthy fats and a number of vitamins and minerals important to good health.

Why eat soy?

Soy is good for the heart because it contains high-quality protein, heart-healthy fats and micronutrients, and is cholesterol free, low in saturated fat, and a good source of fiber.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration concluded that incorporating 25 grams of soy protein per day into a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease

Soy is rich in isoflavones – plant-based compounds with antioxidant properties. Isoflavones have been shown to potentially reduce the risk of some types of cancer, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and some menopausal symptoms.

Soy provides high-quality protein. Soybeans have more protein than any other bean and provide the only plant-based protein that contains a high proportion of all nine essential amino acids, making it a high-quality, complete protein.

SOYJOY® as a whole soy snack!

SOYJOY is an all-natural nutrient-rich food baked with whole soy and real fruit. SoyJoy contains no wheat, only ground whole soybeans, mixed with real fruit and nuts to add flavor and additional nutrients, and finally combined with baking ingredients, like eggs and butter – it is baked to create a tasty on-the-go food.

Each SoyJoy offers a combination of complex carbohydrates, fiber, complete protein and fat, which helps to provide sustained energy without a lot of calories. SoyJoy comes in 7 different flavors (Peanut Chocolate Chip, Strawberry, Berry, Mango Coconut, Apple Walnut, Raisin Almond and the new Blueberry) and is a healthy and delicious way to satisfy hunger without overindulgence!

SoyJoy is made with nutrient-rich, non-genetically modified whole soy. The whole soybeans are ground to keep the naturally occurring fiber, protein, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients intact.

A SoyJoy bar has only 130–140 calories and contains 8 grams of whole soy

SoyJoy is also one example of a soy food product made with whole soy. It is often advantageous to consume the whole food, such as whole wheat rather than refined wheat, so as not to miss out on any of the great health benefits and nutrients the food naturally has to offer.

Look for foods made from whole soy, which means the product is minimally processed and offers all of the naturally occurring nutrients contained in the soybean. Whole soy is a healthful source of vitamins and minerals including folate, potassium, magnesium, zinc, iron and calcium.

What other foods contain soy?

• Soy Milk: Soy milk is made by soaking, cooking and filtering soybeans, resulting in a product that is chock full of nutrition, including protein, essential fatty acids and isoflavones
• Tofu: Tofu is made from soy milk and therefore retains many of the nutrients of whole soybeans. A calcium-based ingredient is often used to make tofu firm, so it can also be an excellent source of calcium
• Soy Flour: Roasted whole soybeans are milled to produce this beany flour. Soy flour can add protein and bring moisture to baked goods. It also adds a nutty flavor
• Soybeans: Don’t forget about the whole soybean itself. Soybeans can be used in combination with other beans or enjoyed simply on their own. Edamame and soy nuts are two popular forms of whole soybeans