Benefits of Soy Protein for Menopause
Benefits Of Soy Protein for Menopausal Women
Soy has been found to have numerous health benefits for menopausal women including:
(1) Decreased risk of developing heart disease
(2) Stronger bones
(3) Decreased risk of certain cancers
(4) Stabilized appetite
(5) Weight control
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), foods that are rich in soy protein
offer a good alternative to meat, poultry and other animal based products.
Take a look at these comparisons below.
| Food Item | Size (g) | Protein | Fiber | Fat | Cholesterol |
| Soy Deli Slices | 62 g | 15 | - | 8.9 | 0 |
| Turkey Bologna | 62 g | 7 | 8 | 10 | 46 |
| Soy Pasta | 1 cup | 15.6 | 2.5 | 1.34 | 0 |
| Pasta | 1 cup | 6.7 | 2.4 | 1 | 0 |
| Food Item | Size (g) | Soy Protein | Fiber | Fat | Cholesterol |
| Crisp & Crunch Cinnamon Bar | 1 bar | 15 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Fudge Graham Bar | 1 bar | 15 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Crisp & Crunch Peanut Bar | 1 bar | 15 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Vegetarian Chili | Entree | 11 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Vegetarian Marinara | Entree | 11 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
Try Medibar Diet's Protein Bars: BBQ soy nuts,
Garlic and Onion Soy Nuts, Crisp & Crunch Cinnamon
Bar, Fudge Graham Bar, and Crisp & Crunch Peanut Bar. Each serving provides 10 grams of soy protein and is versatile
enough to be eaten as a lite bite or as a convenient, ready-to-eat replacement
meal.
Add these wholesome, delicious soy protein treats to your heart healthy diet to improve your life during menopause.
