Ever heard about milking beans? Yes the delicious yet healthy drink is made from soybeans and boasts of many benefits.
Slurrrrp! The goodness of soy milk is a reality. Picture courtesy: mykitchen.blogspot.com
If you have been drinking soy milk and that too without knowing how it actually comes about, then we must tell you how this man-made milk could satisfy your craving for fresh, healthy milk. What's exciting is that you can even make it at home by using a soy milk machine that is now available n the market.
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Soy or soya milk is basically a plant milk, which is made by soaking dried soybeans and grinding them in water.
Soy milk is a hit amongst vegans who keep away from using any animal-based products. Talking about the nutritive properties, soy milk is an excellent source of high-quality proteins, isoflavones--which help in reducing bad cholesterol and provide you with vitamins.
The milk is free of the milk sugar (lactose) and is a good choice for people who are lactose intolerant. Also, it is a good alternative for those who are allergic to the protein content that is present in the cow's milk and is extremely good with weight-watchers.
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Now you must be wondering how soy milk is better than cow's milk. Here are 5 benefits which will clear your doubt.
Soy milk reduces cholesterol: According to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of US, soy protein as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may significantly reduce the risk of coronary heart diseases. Whereas the saturated fats found in cow's milk are unhealthy and can increase your cholesterol.
Soy milk does not cause insulin dependent diabetes: According to Soya.be, although no general consensus exists among scientists, some studies have shown an association between drinking cow's milk in early life and the development of insulin dependent diabetes. This association does not exist with soy milk. Yay!
Soy milk is rich in isoflavones: Soy milk contains isoflavones, which is the most important and unique content found in the milk. They are known to have many benefits including reduction of cholesterol, easing of menopause symptoms, prevention of osteoporosis and reduction of risk for certain cancers. Cow's milk does not contain isoflavones (prostate cancer and breast cancer). Isoflavones are also antioxidants which protect our cells and DNA against oxidation.
Good for weight-loss: The most apparent advantage of soy milk over cow's milk in terms of weight-loss is the reduction in calories and sugar content. Unlike milk fat which is highly saturated and prone to form deposits, soy fat is good for weight-watchers. You can drink full fat soy milk or eat snacks or desserts made with soy milk without feeling guilty.
Soy milk contains only vegetables proteins: Vegetable proteins causes less loss of calcium through the kidneys. It is known that a diet rich in animal and dairy protein creates a higher risk for osteoporosis. Vegetables proteins lower the intake of dietary cholesterol and unhealthy saturated fats.
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Published On:
Dec 10, 2015
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