Soybeans (or Chinese oilseed peas) began to be grown in ancient China, it is widely used in Japanese cuisine and in the cooking of other Asian countries. For the first time in Europe, soybeans were inspired by the French in the 18th century, since that time its popularity has increased. Today, soy products are used in vegetarian cuisine, and they are also effective in dietary nutrition and in the fight against obesity.
Soy beans are composed of 5% ash, 5% fiber, 10% water, 20% carbohydrates, 20% fat and 40% protein and are a complete substitute for animal products. The proteins contained in soy are in no way inferior to animals. If we take (conditionally) the ideal protein with the best nutritional and biological value as 100 units, then the protein of cow's milk is gaining 71 units, and soybeans - 69, followed by the protein contained in wheat, it contains 58 units. This makes it possible to rightfully call soybeans a "vegetable cow". Soy protein is distinguished by the best combination of amino acids and is extremely rich in nutrients and medicinal substances: isoflavones, which prevent the development of hormone-dependent forms of cancer; genestein, which prevents cardiovascular diseases; phytic acids, which inhibit the growth of malignant tumors, and lecithin, which regulates blood cholesterol. Soy products are used for the prevention and treatment of many diseases (atherosclerosis, chronic cholecystitis, coronary heart disease, hypertension). And in case of intolerance or allergy to animal protein, they are simply irreplaceable. Soy meat, milk, tofu, ice cream are a complete alternative to dairy and meat products. But not everything is so simple with soy. Scientists have come to the conclusion that by protecting against some diseases, soy can become a source of other diseases. Excessive cravings for soy products lead to kidney stones and sand, as well as Alzheimer's disease. This is primarily due to the appearance on the market of genetically modified soybeans. Therefore, soy products should be consumed in moderation and, if possible, excluded from the diet of children, pregnant women, people suffering from endocrinological diseases and prone to urolithiasis.
