Carbohydrates in Soybean
Protein
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Carbs and GI Information - Carbs in Food
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Carbs and Fiber in Soybean Protein Food Item: Soybean Protein Soybean Protein and Diet NutritionSoy foods (like Soybean Protein), can have a high carb count and may be excluded from many low carb weight loss diets. However, the nutritional content of soy is high: it contains complete-protein, with all eight essential amino acids (ideal for both meat-eaters and vegetarians), several vitamins and minerals, as well as certain protective phytochemicals, like phytoestrogens and isoflavones. Soy beans, in particular, are a good source of dietary fiber, which has a number of health benefits. For example, fiber helps protect against digestive disorders and disease. Research shows that soy food can lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, reduce some cancers, and is beneficial for diabetics at risk from kidney disease. For more details about carbs in soy food, see below. Note: Nutritional values in soy foods can vary, so the above carbohydrate details for Soybean Protein are intended as a guideline only. |
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