Soy Protein
What are the benefits I can expect from Fermented Soy?
A study published in the Journal of the American Diabetic Association compared the effects of consuming fermented soy to unfermented soy. Their research showed that when soybeans are naturally fermented, as found in tofu and fermented soy powder, the fermentation process enhances protein and isoflavones availability and absorption by the body.
Additionally, research shows that soy fermentation also yields many other healthy nutrients namely calcium, minerals, iron, magnesium, potassium, selenium, copper and zinc.
Therefore, for the Active Individual and Athlete looking to take full advantage of the many beneficial health benefits of soy, it makes good sense to include fermented soy as part of their nutrition success strategy.
InterActive Nutrition Supplements that contain Fermented Soy Protein:
What are the benefits I can expect from Soy Protein?
For Active Men and Women, soy protein is an excellent and extremely health-enhancing, non-animal based source of protein. It is a natural plant-derived protein that is a near-complete protein (full spectrum of amino acids) that is virtually fat free, extremely low in cholesterol, and lactose.
Its valuable constituents include saponins, phytosterols, and isoflavones. Saponins enhance the immune system's function and combine with cholesterol to reduce it's absorption into the body through the small intestine. Phytosterols have also been shown to reduce cholesterol levels.
Soy protein's isoflavones (Genistein, Daidzein and Glycitein), are powerful antioxidants, and have been shown to have cancer-fighting benefits for Men and Women (breast and prostate).
In conclusion, Soy protein is an excellent choice for active men and women who do not want animal based protein in their diet.
Benefits of Soy Protein
- New FDA Health Claim - 25 grams of Soy Protein a day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.
- Soy's Isoflavones, display antioxidant properties; fighting off free radicals to enhance immune functioning.
- Great source of dietary protein to help support muscle maintenance and recovery.
- Indirectly stimulates the metabolism, which increases the body's ability to burn fat.
- Improves cardiovascular health by lowering cholesterol, blood fats, and triglyceride levels.
- Approved for those who are lactose intolerant.
- Improves bone density.
- Soy's protein helps prevent osteoporosis, by enhancing the body's ability to retain and better absorb calcium in the bones.
- Soy's isoflavones slow bone loss and inhibit bone breakdown.
- Soy's protein and soluble fiber help regulate glucose levels and kidney filtration, which helps control diabetic conditions and kidney disease.
- Soy's protein and isoflavones lower LDL (the bad) cholesterol and decrease blood clotting (thrombosis), which reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Particular Benefits of Soy Protein for Men:
- Supports healthy prostate function.
- Balances testosterone production.
- Helps to retain and build lean muscle mass.
- Enhances energy, strength and stamina.
Particular Benefits of Soy Protein for Women:
- Suppresses premenstrual and menopausal symptoms (hot flashes).
- Soy's isoflavones help a woman's body regulate estrogen when this hormone is declining or fluctuating, which helps alleviate many menopausal and pre-menstrual symptoms.
- Aids with osteoporosis by reducing bone breakdown.
- Aids in weight management.