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Vol. 3, No. 3
April 16, 1998Soyfoods USA...a monthly e-mail newsletter designed to inform media sources, dietitians, and consumers about the latest soyfoods information. Underwritten by the Indiana Soybean Board. Details at end of issue.
CONTENTS
1. April Is National Soyfoods Month
2. High Soy Intake Linked To Low Cholesterol Levels In Japanese
3. Soy Compound Acts Like Estrogen
4. Let's Go Soyfoods Shopping!
5. Two of Kim's Favorite Recipes
- Spinach & Tofu Dip
- Super Strawberry Soy Smoothie
6. Getting on and off our list.
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APRIL IS NATIONAL SOYFOODS MONTH
In recognition of Soyfoods Month the Virtual Vegetarian
http://www.vegetariantimes.com/ is featuring soyfoods. At this
Vegetarian Times Web site you will find information on the significant health benefits of soyfoods, all the types available, and best of all, easy ways to incorporate soy into your diet and recipes to try.More information about Soyfoods Month can be found at the U.S. Soyfoods Directory http://soyfoods.com/SANA/.
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HIGH SOY INTAKE LINKED TO LOW CHOLESTEROL LEVELS IN JAPANESE
Individuals who have a high soy intake have lower cholesterol levels than those who consume less soy, according to Japanese researchers in a report published recently in Tokyo. Dr. Hiroyuki Shimizu, of the Department of Public Health at Gifu University School of Medicine, and colleagues examined the relationship between intake of soy products and total serum cholesterol concentrations in 1,242 men and 3,596 women who participated in an annual health check-up program in Takayama City, Japan.
Among men, Dr. Shimizu's group observed a significant trend for decreasing total cholesterol concentrations with an increased intake of soy products after controlling for age, smoking status and intake of total energy, total protein and total fat. They noted a similar, negative trend in women after controlling for age, menopausal status, body mass index and intake of total energy and vitamin C.
An article about the report can be found at the InteliHealth Professional Network http://ipn.intelihealth.com/ipn/ihtIPN?c=178987.
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SOY COMPOUND ACTS LIKE ESTROGEN
In a recent Reuters article <http://www.reutershealth.com> it was reported that "the estrogen-like compounds found in soy -- known as phytoestrogens -- appear to be as effective as the estrogen found in hormone replacement therapies at slowing progression of atherosclerosis (clogging of the arteries), according to a study in monkeys." The finding was presented recently at the American Heart Association's 38th Annual Conference on Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
The research was conducted by Mary Anthony and Dr. Thomas Clarkson of Bowman Gray School of Medicine in Winston-Salem http://www.bgsm.edu/.
It's not yet clear how soy phytoestrogens work, and only 25% of the cardiovascular effects are due to a reduction in blood fat, according to Anthony, who is planning a study comparing phytoestrogen pills (that lack soy protein) with soy with phytoestrogens.
LET'S GO SOYFOODS SHOPPING!
(Where to find soyfoods in your supermarket or health food store)By Kim Galeaz, RD
Nutrition Consultant to the Indiana Soybean Board
kimgaleaz@aol.comMore and more of you want to know WHERE to find soyfoods in the supermarket or health food store. So we are listing the most common areas where you'll find your favorite soyfoods. Keep in mind it will differ from store to store, but these basic tips will help you fill your grocery cart with phytochemical- rich soyfoods!
Check all the areas suggested and then as a last resort: ask, ask, ask for help in locating these foods! Supermarket clerks and managers would rather be asked question after question than have you leave the store empty-handed because you can't find the item in the area you think it should be. And, don't forget, you can always order soyfoods online, too. You can find a listing at the U.S. Soyfoods Directory http://www.soyfoods.com/SoyfoodsOnline.html.
Soy Flour
...Supermarket
1. Health foods section of large supermarkets.
2. Regular baking goods aisle next to all the other flours.
3. Self-standing display in the center of the aisle or display at the end of the regular aisles. This is common when one company wants to display all the items in their line of products.
...Health/natural food store
1. Flour area - both packaged and bulk food section
Soy Milk
...Supermarket
1. Health foods section of many supermarkets - dry or refrigerated.
2. Refrigerated dairy milk section of supermarket; may be on shelf right nearby, even though the aseptic cartons don't need refrigerating until opened.
3. New brands and varieties of soymilk are packed in paper 1/2 gallons just like dairy milk and is perishable. This needs refrigeration before and after opening.
...Health/natural food store
1. Specialty milk area on shelves
2. Refrigerator case (although the aseptic cartons do not need refrigerating until open)
Soynut Butter
...Supermarket
1. Health foods section
2. May be near the peanut butter
...Health/natural food store
1. Specialty spreads and nut butters area on shelf
Tofu - Water Packed
...Supermarket
1. Produce area along with vegetables, fruits, and/ or salads.
2. Refrigerated case in health foods section
3. Asian ethnic sections in large supermarkets with specific Japanese and Chinese areas.
...Health/natural food store
1. Refrigerated case
Tofu - Aseptic Packages
...Supermarket
1. Health foods section on the shelf
2. Health foods section in the refrigerated case (although it doesn't need refrigeration until opened).
3. Produce department (although it doesn't need refrigeration until opened).
4. Asian ethnic sections in large supermarkets with specific Japanese and Chinese areas.
...Health/natural food store
1. Shelves with other main dish foods
2. Refrigerated case
Soy Cheeses
...Supermarket
1. Health foods section refrigerated case
2. Along with all the other cheeses in grocery in refrigerated cas
...Health/natural food store
1. Refrigerator case
Tempeh
...Supermarket
1. Refrigerated case of health foods section
2. In extremely large supermarkets with vast ethnic areas you'll find tempeh in the Asian sections in the refrigerated cases.
...Health/natural food store
1. Refrigerated case
Meat Alternatives (soy burgers, soy crumbles, hot dogs, sausages, etc.)
...Supermarket
1. Freezer case aisles along with all the other frozen burgers, sausages, ground meat items, and even breakfast foods. In some stores, specific brands of these items are all displayed together. So you may need to check ALL of the freezer case to find ALL of the different brands that store carries.
2. Health foods section freezer case
...Health/natural food store
1. Freezer case
Textured Soy Protein (dry products)
...Supermarket
1. Health foods section sold plain in bags or boxes. Or mixed with other ingredients and sold in boxes as "quick & easy" meals, like "chili mix" or sloppy Joe mix.
2. May be mixed in the baking products aisle along with flours and other ingredients.
...Health/natural food store
1. Bulk area
2. Shelves with other dry products
Roasted Soynuts
...Supermarket
1. Health foods section
2. Snack/chips/nuts area of supermarket
...Health/natural food store
1. Bulk foods area
2. Snack foods area
Whole Soybeans
...Supermarket
1. Health foods section in cans or bags on shelf
2. Bulk foods section
3. On the shelf next to all the other canned beans, like navy and kidney beans.
...Health/natural food store
1. Bulk foods section
2. Canned foods aisle on shelf
Green Soybeans
...Supermarket
1. Freezer case near all other frozen bagged vegetables. Labeled as "edamame" or simply "green soybeans."
2. Right now in many US markets, you can purchase a specific brand of mixed vegetables that contains green soybeans as one of the ingredients. It's called "Baby Broccoli Blend" by Freshlike and it features "Sweet Beans", the Freshlike trademark name for green soybeans. This vegetable blend contains broccoli, water chestnuts and carrots in as well as the green sweet soybeans. It tastes terrific!!
3. In extremely large supermarkets with vast ethnic areas, you'll find these in the Japanese/Chinese/Asian sections in the frozen food cases.
...Health/natural food store
1. Freezer case with other vegetables and frozen foods
Soy Frozen Desserts
...Supermarket
1. Health foods freezer case
2. Frozen foods aisle with other dessert/ice cream products
...Health/natural food store
1. Freezer case
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TWO OF KIM'S ALL-TIME FAVORITE SOY RECIPES
Spinach & Tofu Dip
A familiar and favorite party dip prepared with tofu....packed with phytochemicals from the onions, carrots, spinach and tofu! Serve with fresh vegetables and bread cubes.
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach
1 package (1.4 ounces) dry vegetable soup mix (suggest Knorr brand)
1 package (12.3 ounces) firm silken tofu
1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, chopped coarsely
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup shredded carrots
2/3 cup green onions, chopped
2/3 cup reduced fat or light sour creamThaw the package of spinach and squeeze dry. Stir all ingredients together in a large bowl until blended. Cover and chill 2 hours.
Makes about 4 cups (Eight one-half cup servings)
Nutrition information per 1/2 cup serving: 99 calories, 6 g protein, 12 g carbohydrate, 3 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 9 mg cholesterol, 454 mg sodium, 2 grams dietary fiber
Super Strawberry Soy Smoothie
This protein and phytochemical-packed smoothie makes a quick and nutritious breakfast all in one glass! Thick and rich!
1 cup vanilla low fat soymilk
1 banana
1 tablespoon soynut butter
2 scoops (1 ounce) strawberry high - protein powder (suggest Take
Care brand)Makes about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups
Place all ingredients in blender. Blend until thoroughly mixed. Pour into glass and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition information per smoothie: 400 calories, 27 g protein, 56 g carbohydrate, 9 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 366 mg sodium, 2 g dietary fiber
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