The Soy Crisps Benefits: Protein, Vitamins And Minerals

By Edna Booker


The soybean has been part of diet for as long as human existence can be traced. In addition to its good flavor, it has dominated our tables for more reasons than just a good taste. It is known for its rich nutritional content, and several health benefits associated with it. Among the plant proteins, it ranks as the most favored sources of protein, and is widely recommended for vegetarians. This is reflected on the number of products made from soybeans and the increased demand for the same. Soy crisps are common products that have all other benefits just like other products from the soybeans.

In regards to vitamin content, the product is very rich in folic acid (folate). A healthy adult requires 400 micrograms of folate per day. A single ounce of soybeans delivers 68 micrograms, representing 17% of the daily requirement. It also offers the 10% of vitamin B-6 needed, and 15% of the required amount of riboflavin. It is also rich in vitamin C, and thiamine.

In a single ounce of soy product, the content of folic acid or folate is 68 micro-grams. Since the recommended daily requirement for an adult is 400 grams, this represents 17% of it. In the same way, the 10% of the required vitamin B-6 and 15% of riboflavin comes from one ounce of soy. It is rich in essentially all vitamins and including vitamin C, and thiamine.

Given the roles played by vitamins such as strong bone development (vitamin D), proper eyesight (vitamin B), and blood clotting (vitamin K) among others, you need to get as much vitamins as possible. The products made of soybeans provide the right vitamins at the right quantity.

In addition to the rich vitamin content, the soybeans are also the right source of the minerals that plays very essential roles for proper body functioning. The iron content in one ounce of the soy product is 1.47 milligrams. This represents 8% of the 18 milligram required by an adult woman and 18% of the 8 milligrams required by an adult male. Iron is required for the manufacture of blood cells and helps in energy production.

The soybean products are also rich in phosphorus; a mineral that plays the basic role in the manufacture of DNA and in repair of damaged body cells. In addition to this, it plays a crucial role in tissue building, and development of strong bones. For kidney to perform its roles like getting rid of waste products and absorbing zinc, iodine, vitamin, and magnesium among others, phosphorous must be available in the right quantities. A half cup serving of boiled soybeans offers 20% of the phosphorous required by an adult.

Magnesium is also an important mineral that is richly available in the soybean products with half cup serving giving 20% of the recommended daily dosage. It is necessary for developing nerve cells, and promoting the immune function. The magnesium is also required for proper heart function and muscle function. Several biochemical reactions, regulation of blood pressure and blood sugar level also require magnesium.

It also contains sodium, potassium, and several other vitamins in addition protein and fiber. The protein content in one ounce is 7.5 grams, which represents 13% of the women daily requirement and 16% of adult men daily requirement. Protein is used to repair and build muscles as well as the source of energy.




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