Health Benefits of Soybean    [28-06-2008] Soybean has many health benefits. This is because it contains carbohydrate, fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals. The protein in soybean has all the essential amino acids that we need. Also, soybean is one of the best non-fish sources of essential omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids may help reduce the risk of heart disease. Soy is a complete protein. Soy foods are rich in vitamins and minerals like calcium, folic acid and iron. Most soy foods are also low in saturated and trans fats. According to doctors, 25 grams of soy protein per day may reduce the risk of heart disease. It also lowers blood cholesterol. Recent research suggests that soy may also lower risk of cancer and bone health problems. Soy foods help maintain healthy skin, too. So, try to eat 25 grams of soy protein every day! Today, you can find various soy foods at supermarkets. So, eating 25 grams of soy protein daily is easy. Start the day with soy cereal for breakfast (8 grams soy protein). Eat soy chips for lunch (7 grams soy protein). For an afternoon snack, grab a soy protein energy bar (10 grams soy protein). Total soy protein equals 25 grams. Soy foods are a wonderful source of high-quality protein. And they are easily digested. Soy is one of the most nourishing foods in the world. It is especially good for growing children. Soy foods provide essential vitamins, minerals, fiber and protein for children. Soybean can help fight against childhood obesity, too. This is because soy foods contain fewer calories and fat grams, making weight loss or maintaining a healthy weight much easier. Many soy foods are filled with fiber. Fiber gives you a feeling of fullness in between meals. Therefore, eating soy foods can help prevent unnecessary eating which can lead to weight gain. There are many soy foods for children including chocolate soymilk, vanilla soymilk, soy cereal, and soy veggie burger. Soy foods are perfect for breakfast, especially when you are trying to lose weight. This is because they reduce overall calories and fat grams.     출처: 어린이 영자신문 키즈타임즈 (www.kidstimes.net)