Soybeans contain nutrients that help prevent the risk of breast cancer, promote a healthy lifestyle, and enhance skin and body shape for women.
Soybeans provide a rich and high-quality source of protein compared to many common legumes, even surpassing other plant protein sources. In particular, this type of bean is one of the few plant-based sources of complete protein due to its provision of all 9 essential amino acids for the body. Below are some specific benefits of soybean protein for women's health.
Preventing Lifestyle Diseases
The characteristic of not absorbing unhealthy fats, while reducing bad cholesterol, from soybeans has a dual positive effect on heart health. This was recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) through a health announcement in 1999: "Consuming 25 grams of soybean protein per day as part of a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet may reduce the risk of heart disease."
Preventing Breast Cancer
The abundance of isoflavones in soybeans helps prevent the risk of breast cancer in women. In 2012, the American Cancer Society and the American Institute for Cancer Research concluded that breast cancer patients can safely consume soybean-derived foods. Additionally, research by Howes LG, Howes JB, and Knight DC also showed that isoflavones have the ability to reduce hot flashes associated with menopause and improve mental health.
Enhancing Physique
Nutrition in soybeans and soy-based foods comprehensively affects the process of caring for, improving physique, skin, muscles, and women's health. With advantages such as being rich in unsaturated fats, cholesterol-free, and high-quality protein sources, soybeans help women control weight and reduce excess weight in the abdomen, according to the Global Soybean Nutrition Institute. Women can diversify their weight loss and maintenance menus with a range of soy-based foods.
Moreover, daily consumption of soybeans helps upgrade the skin. According to Dr. Mark Messina, Director of Soybean Nutrition Research, Global Soybean Nutrition Institute, clinical research from Japan has shown that the isoflavone component in soy-based foods can reduce wrinkles and improve skin condition in women.
For women who enjoy physical activity, soybean nutrition can also promote muscle mass and strength, according to research results by Hughes GJ, Ryan DL, Mukherjea R, and PDCAAS. Additionally, soybeans help women increase endurance and effectively recover after workouts.
Therefore, women should supplement 15-25 grams of soybean protein into their daily diets to maintain natural beauty and health.
