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Vol. 5, No. 1
Soyfoods USA
February 16, 2000

Soyfoods 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. Protein Technologies and General Mills Join In New Soy Venture
2. Salad Dressings Containing Soy Good for the Heart
3. Soy, whey proteins may lower cancer risk
4. Soy Cereal for A Better Breakfast!
5. Recipes Using Soy Grits
_ Poco Caliente Casserole
_ Soy Veggie Loaf
6. Getting on and off our list

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PROTEIN TECHNOLOGIES AND GENERAL MILLS JOIN IN NEW SOY VENTURE

DuPont's Protein Technologies International (PTI) and General Mills, Inc., announced plans in January to collaborate in developing and marketing soy foods to help bring the proven health benefits of soy protein to consumers, according to a PTI news release. The broad collaboration includes the signing of a Letter of Intent to form a joint venture focused on the development of new soy foods and a preferential supply agreement providing General Mills access to proprietary soy technology for certain food categories. The collaboration will combine PTI's more than 30 years of scientific research on the health benefits of soy with General Mills' consumer foods development and marketing expertise.

Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved for use a health claim, to be used on food labels and in food labeling, on the association between consumption of soy protein and the reduced risk of coronary heart disease. The health claim comes in response to a petition filed with the agency by PTI in May 1998. Increased consumer awareness of soy's health benefits is already driving strong market growth for soy-based food products. Sales for soy foods are expected to top $2.5 billion in 2000 and grow at a 15 to 20 percent compound rate over the next five years.

<http://www.protein.com/>
<A HREF="http://www.protein.com/">PTI</A>

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SALAD DRESSINGS CONTAINING SOY GOOD FOR THE HEART

In a recent study, Harvard University demonstrated that salad dressings that contain heart-healthy oils protect against fatal heart attacks in women. These salad dressings contain alpha linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid found in soy and canola oils, that protects against heart disease.

``Women who consumed one to two tablespoons of Italian-type salad dressings almost every day had about a 50 percent reduction in heart disease,'' said Dr. Frank Hu, principal investigator of the study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. He added that mayonnaise and creamy-based dressings also had a beneficial effect.

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<A HREF="http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/000208/ga_salad_d_1.html">Salad Dressings</A>

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SOY, WHEY PROTEINS MAY LOWER CANCER RISK

Consuming a diet rich in soy and whey protein may help women lower their risk of developing breast cancer, results of a study in rats suggest in a recent Reuters article. The findings, although preliminary, add weight to a growing body of evidence supporting a link between diet and cancer.

``These results suggest diets containing these commonly consumed protein sources have great potential in reducing the risks of breast cancer,'' report Dr. Reza Hakkak and colleagues with the Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center in Little Rock.

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<A HREF="http://dailynews.yahoo.com/h/nm/20000201/hl/ftb_9.html
">Soy and whey protein</A>

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SOY CEREAL FOR A BETTER BREAKFAST!
By Kim Galeaz, RD
Nutrition Consultant to the Indiana Soybean Board
kimgaleaz@aol.com

Typical soy versions of breakfast foods like sausage, bacon and even Canadian bacon have been around for a while, but another soy star has been making the rounds at breakfast tables recently: soy cereal. Although it may not sound as appetizing as sausage or bacon, soy cereal is another great way to get a substantial amount of soy protein and dietary fiber. And they taste great, too!

Soy Grits

The _original_ soy cereal, for years soy grits have been available in health food stores, either in bulk or in 1- or 2-pound packages. The term _grits_ actually refers to any coarsely ground grain such as corn, oats or rice. Soy grits are simply soybeans which have been toasted and cracked into small pieces. Grits are usually served as a hot cereal. Today, you will find packages of grits many supermarkets in the specialty/health food section. Two different brands I recently tried were NOW Soy Grits in a 2-pound plastic bag and Arrowhead Mills Soy Grits in a 24-ounce plastic bag. Store soy grits in a cool, dry place.

Specific cooking directions are on each package, but generally you mix about 1/4 cup dry grits to 1/2 to 3/4 cup water. Milk or soymilk can be used, but the taste and texture will be slightly different, depending on what you use. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly and then simmer for 3 to 10 minutes. Either stove top cooking or microwaving works fine.

Other Soy Grit Ideas

_ Like rice or noodles, soy grits are great as a side dish. Add flavor with herbs, spices and Parmesan cheese.
_ Make a crunchy topping for vegetable and meat casseroles.
_ Since soy grits are the texture of dry bread crumbs, try adding them to bread crumb mixtures for meats, poultry and fish.

Soy Grits Nutrition Facts

Per 1/4 cup dry grits: 140 calories, 6 grams fat (all fat naturally from the soybean), 1 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 12 g carbohydrate, 6 g dietary fiber, 12 g protein - all soy! Plus iron, calcium and other nutrients naturally from the soybean.

<http://www.nowfoods.com>
<A HREF="http://www.nowfoods.com">Now Foods</A>
Arrowhead Mills, Inc., 806-364-0730

Other Soy Cereals

There are several other dry soy cereals on the market that you do not have to cook.

_ Nutlettes
Made from soy and corn, Nutlettes from the Dixie Diners' Club (DDC) is the original dry soy cereal and is similar in appearance, taste and texture to Grapenuts cereal. It even stays crunchy with milk. For a sweeter treat, try Nutlettes Plus with dry soy milk and sweetener added, or Nutlettes Plus with Raisins. Available through mail order and some health food stores.

Nutlettes Nutrition Facts (from their label)

Per 1/2 cup serving: 140 calories, 1.5 g fat, 0.5 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 5 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrates, 9 g dietary fiber, 25 grams protein - all soy. Plus a whopping 122 mg isoflavones, iron, calcium and other nutrients naturally from soybean.

<http://www.dixiediner.com>
<A HREF="http://www.dixiediner.com">Nutlettes</A>

_ Soy-N-Ergy
This soy cereal looks like smooth corn flakes and comes in an 11-ounce box. Created by the Organic Garden in Michigan, Soy-N-Ergy is fortified with 100% of the Daily Value for Folic Acid and Vitamin B12. (This B12 is a great idea for many vegetarians who may be lacking in this crucial nutrient found in animal foods.) Two versions are available - Rice & Oats or Rice & Egyptian Wheat. Lowfat soy is the first ingredient, followed by rice, oats or wheat, evaporated can juice and nutrients.

Nutrition Facts for Soy-N-Ergy Rice & Oats (from their label)

Per 3/4 cup: 120 calories, 1.5 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 40 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 8 g protein, 30 mg isoflavones.
Plus iron, calcium and other nutrients naturally from soybean .

<http://www.theorganicgardenfood.com>
<A HREF="http://www.theorganicgardenfood.com">Soy-N-Ergy</A>

_ Kashi Go Lean
Natural foods manufacturer Kashi now has a whole grain/soy protein cereal. GoLean cereal is my dream of a high fiber, whole grain food! The ingredient statement lists soy protein as the first ingredient, followed by soy grits, corn bran, corn, evaporated cane juice, honey, whole oats, long grain brown rice, whole rye, whole hard red winter wheat, whole triticale, whole buckwheat, whole barley, wheat bran, oat bran, whey, sesame seeds and salt. Packed in a 14.1-ounce cereal box.

Go Lean Nutrition Facts (from their label)

Per 3/4 cup serving: 120 calories, 1 g fat, 0 sat fat, 0 cholesterol, 35 mg sodium, 28 g carbohydrate, 10 g dietary fiber, 8 g protein, 6.5 g soy protein. Isoflavones not listed. Plus vitamins and minerals naturally in all ingredients

<http://www.www.kashi.com>
<A HREF="http://www.kashi.com">Go Lean</A>

_ New Paradigm Foods
I have never seen or tasted this product like I have all the above brands. But I do have their flyer, and these cereals are distributed by Vitasoy. Three Soy Cereals, all in 10-ounce boxes, are available: Honey Date, Cinnamon Toast and Raisin Almond. All are made from soy, rice and honey... and they sound good!

Cinnamon Toast Nutrition Facts (from their label)

Per 1/2 cup: 190 calories, 3.5 g fat, 0 g sat fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 0 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 1 g dietary fiber, 9 g protein, 6.25 g soy protein, 31 mg isoflavones

<http://www.vitasoy-usa.com>
<A HREF="http://www.vitasoy.com/">Vitasoy</A>

Recipes Using Soy Grits

1. Poco Caliente Casserole

1 can (10 - 14 oz) stewed tomatoes and green chilies
1 1/2 cups soy grits
1/3 cup chopped bell pepper
2 cups corn kernels, fresh, frozen or canned 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup grated Colby Monterey Jack cheese (optional) or other cheese of your choice

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix all ingredients except cheese together. Pour into an 8-inch square baking pan coated with vegetable spray. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 45 minutes or until done.
Makes 6 servings

Per serving: 291 calories, 20 g protein, 12 g soy protein, 30 g carbohydrate, 12 g fat, 5 g sat fat, 20 mg cholesterol, 416 mg sodium, 8.5 g dietary fiber

2. Soy Veggie Loaf

1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
1/2 cup EACH chopped celery, chopped onion, grated carrot and grated zucchini
1 cup soy grits
1 Tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 eggs
3/4 cup water
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix all ingredients and pour into 9x5 loaf pan coated with vegetable spray. Bake 45 minutes or until done. Makes 6 servings:

Per serving: 205 calories, 13 g protein, 8 g soy protein, 25 g carbohydrate, 6.5 g fat, 1.5 g sat fat, 71 mg cholesterol, 362 mg sodium, 5 g dietary fiber

Recipes adapted from Arrowhead Mills, Inc.

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