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Vol. 5, No. 4
May 16, 2000Soyfoods USA ...a monthly e-mail newsletter designed to inform media sources, dietitians, and consumers about the latest soyfoods information. Underwritten by:
1. Dixie Diners' Club, which invites you to try some of their new catalog items. <http://dixiediner.com/>
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CONTENTS
1. Study Shows Soy Lowers Cholesterol, Doesn't Contribute to Cancer
2. Soy May Be An Alternative To Hormone Replacement Therapy
3. Kid-Friendly Soyfoods
_ Macaroni & Cheese
_ Frozen Strawberry Popsicles
_ Meatballs for Spaghetti
4. Getting on and off our list***********************
STUDY SHOWS SOY LOWERS CHOLESTEROL
An article published at WebMD discusses findings published last month showing that people with high levels of "bad" LDL cholesterol can reduce their risk of heart disease by adding more soy to their diet. Components in soy, known as isoflavones, are believed to be responsible for the benefits by acting in the same way that some vitamins do.
<http://my.webmd.com/content/article/1728.56556>
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SOY MAY BE AN ALTERNATIVE TO HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY
A May 1, 2000 Reuters article says estrogens derived from plants appear to offer many of the benefits provided by hormone replacement therapy (HRT) -- but without the cancer risk associated with estrogen supplements.
Naturally occurring estrogens, or phytoestrogens, are found in significant amounts in soybeans, cereals, alfalfa sprouts and other plants, according to Drs. Lynette Wroblewski Lissin and John P. Cooke from Stanford University Medical Center in California.
The authors review the potential benefits of phytoestrogens in the May issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
<http://www.reutershealth.com/>
<http://www.elsevier.nl/inca/publications/store/5/0/5/7/6/6/>
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KID-FRIENDLY SOYFOODS
By Kim Galeaz, RD
Nutrition Consultant to the Indiana Soybean Board
kimgaleaz@aol.comPizza, peanut butter and jelly, chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, hamburgers, hot dogs, and chocolate milk. Typical kid foods, and now they are made from soy! So many of these great tasting soyfoods will please even the pickiest child. Here is an overview of some of the most readily available (and delicious!) kid-friendly soyfoods.
Chicken Nuggets
Whether it is Morningstar Chik Nuggets or Boca Meatless Nuggets, these meatless nuggets will fool even the most discriminating kid palate! In fact, some kids prefer the taste. Just like real chicken nuggets, each piece is about 3/4 ounce and packed with great flavor in a crumb breading. But these nuggets are not fried, so they contain 50 - 75 percent less fat than regular chicken nuggets, plus they have virtually no saturated fat and no cholesterol. Four nuggets is considered a serving with only 4 to 6 grams fat total in 160 to 180 calories.
Out of the total 13 to 15 grams protein for four nuggets, approximately 7 - 9 grams is soy protein. Plus, another benefit is that each serving contains 4 to 5 grams dietary fiber.
Soy chicken nuggets are found in the freezer case in 10.5 ounce boxes with about 3.5 servings per box. Simply heat frozen nuggets in the oven, the microwave or on the stove top in a skillet coated with vegetable cooking spray. My experience is they work fine in the microwave, but they are EVEN BETTER in the oven, because the breading gets crispier and the mouth feel is exactly like the chicken nuggets kids buy at fast food restaurants.
Serving tip: Serve with Honey Dijon Tofu Sauce for dipping. (See recipe at soyfoods.com).
Soynut Butter
Call it an SBJ instead of a PBJ! Kids will probably be receptive to trying soynut butter just by looking at the jar because it comes in exactly the same 18-ounce jar as peanut butter. At first there was just creamy soynut butter (Morningstar Farms/Natural Touch) and then came crunchy (Soy Wonder by Tree of Life). Now you can even buy soynut butter that has added honey. (I.M. Healthy SoyNut Butter). Soynut butter is found in the peanut butter section, natural foods section or specialty food section of supermarkets, as well as all natural/health food stores.
A soynut butter serving is 2 tablespoons - more than enough to cover two slices of bread. A serving contains 170 calories and only 11 grams of fat, compared to 16 in regular peanut butter. Do not be alarmed over this 11 grams of fat - it is healthy polyunsaturated and monounsaturated. Soynut butter, made from roasted soynuts, is a great source of soy protein, with about 7 grams per serving.
Most importantly, soynut butter tastes great and is easy to use. You can even grab your favorite peanut butter cookie recipe and make soynut butter cookies for the kids! No need to store soynut butter in the refrigerator; just keep in the cabinet or pantry. Oil separation is natural. Just stir well before using.
Kid Soy Beverages
*Kid's Balanced
Very kid-friendly package... looks exactly like those 8-ounce aseptic juice boxes kids love. Kids Balanced is a totally nutritional drink just for kids and teens in Very Vanilla or Choco-Chocolate flavors. You will find it in the soymilk area of supermarkets and health foods stores. It comes in bundles of three 8-ounce containers.Kid's Balanced is packed with soy protein (5 grams), fiber (2.5 grams), calcium (35) and at least 25 of 23 vitamins and minerals. Plus, Kids Balanced contains no saturated fat, cholesterol, refined sugars or artificial ingredients.
*Westsoy Juice Bar
Another great way to get more calcium in growing kids!! Westsoy Juice Bar contains 30 calcium per 8-ounce serving. Three delicious flavors are available: Berry Blast, Apple Splash and Orange Twist. Juice Bar is packed in 32-ounce aseptic containers, so it needs refrigeration only after it is opened. One 8-ounce cup is only 110 calories, 1.5 grams fat and 3 grams protein - all of it soy protein.Hot Dogs
Soy hot dogs can vary widely in mouth feel and taste, so check them all out until you find the best one for you. They are packaged exactly like hot dogs in 12- to 16-ounce packages of 6 to 10 dogs. Most are either low fat or fat free, with only 45 to 80 calories. Read each package for specific cooking directions, most can be boiled, microwaved or grilled. Some specify method for best results.
Popular brands: Tofu Pups or Smart Dogs from Lightlife Foods; Veggie Weiners, Veggie Chili Dogs and Tofu Weiners from Yves Veggie Cuisine.
KID FAVORITE RECIPES
1. Macaroni & Cheese
8 ounces dry macaroni (2 cups)
4 Tbsp butter or margarine
4 Tbsp flour
2 cups plain soymilk
2 cups ( 8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese - soy cheese or dairy cheese
1 tsp mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Paprika (optional)Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook macaroni in boiling water until tender and drain well. Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium sauce pan, add flour, stirring to combine. Slowly add soymilk and cook, stirring until mixture thickens and begins to boil. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheese mustard and salt and pepper to taste. Add drained macaroni, mixing well. Turn into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika and bake 30 to 40 minutes until bubbly around edged and golden brown on top
Makes about 8 servings. Per serving: 200 calories, 5 g protein (1.7 g soy protein), 7 g fat (3.5 g saturated fat), 16 mg cholesterol, 1 g dietary fiber, 89 mg sodium.
(Recipe adapted from Westsoy Soymilk recipe brochure)
2. Frozen Strawberry Popsicles
1 1/2 cups vanilla soymilk
1 cup mashed or pureed strawberries
1/4 - 1/2 cup honey, depending on desired sweetness
2 Tbsp lemon juiceCombine all ingredients; mix well. Place in a chilled bowl. Cover and place in freezer. After about 2 hours, remove bowl from freezer and beat mixture well. Cover and return to freezer. Beat again after 2 hours and spoon into popsicle molds. Refreeze until solid, about 4 hours.
Makes 8 popsicles. Per popsicle: 93 calories, 1 g protein (all soy), 0.4 g fat (0 g sat fat), 23 g carbohydrate, 0 mg cholestero,l 16 mg sodium, 1 g dietary fiber.
(Recipe adapted from Westsoy Soymilk recipe brochure)
3. Meatballs for Spaghetti
1 package (12 - 14 oz.) refrigerated soy ground hamburger-type product (not frozen type)
1 egg white
3 Tbsp wheat gluten
3 tbsp bread crumbs
2 tsp prepared mustard
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp basil
1/2 tsp oreganoPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add all ingredients to a food processor and mix well until all ingredients are combined well. Use 2 Tbsp of mixture to make twelve meatballs; roll into a ball. Place meatballs on a baking sheet or in a 9 x 13 pan coated with vegetable cooking spray. Bake meatballs for 20 minutes or until done throughout.
Makes 12 meatballs Serving size: 1 ball. Per serving: 44 calories, 7 g protein (5 g soy protein), 4 g carbohydrate, 0 g fat (0 g sat fat), 0 mg cholesterol, 1.6 g dietary fiber, 200 mg sodium
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