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Some of the health benefits of soy flour are as follows:

 

Health benefits during pregnancy – During pregnancy women should be encouraged to consume soy flour. This is a dietary source of protein which helps the baby to develop in full prospect and also helps their rapidly expanding cells to perform normally. Also protein contributes to the mother’s health by supplying nutrients to strengthen nails, hair, muscles, immune system and also helps to transport oxygen through blood circulation.

Prevents obesity and diabetes – Soy protein keeps you full for a long time which prevents you from munching on junk food in between meals and thus cutting down on the consumption of extra carbs and calories. Studies have shown that soy protein controls hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia and hyperinsulinemia which contributes actively to diabetes. This helps to control both diabetes and blood sugar.

Benefits for vegans and vegetarians – People who do not consume animal protein like meat, cheese, milk or eggs, soy protein is the only way for them to get vitamin b12 into their system. It helps the formation of red blood cells, prevents birth defects, strengthens bone, boosts muscle strength, prevents depression, protects the brain from losing neurons and promotes heart health.

Beneficial for women in general – Soya protein helps women in various stages of their life. It promotes cardiovascular health and prevents different types of cancer, boosts health after menopause, prevents obesity and controls body weight.

Also, soy flour is gluten-free; which makes it an excellent substitute for individuals who are sensitive to gluten. But there are few disadvantages as well in consuming soy protein. Studies have shown that it can affect a person’s thyroid functioning. The isoflavones present in the soya protein intervene in the functioning of the thyroid gland by obstructing the gland in producing hormones. Also, soya protein consists of phytoestrogen which disrupts the level of natural hormones in the body.

 

Nevertheless, soy flour is a good source of several vitamins and vital minerals, including vitamin K1, folate, copper, manganese, phosphorus, and thiamine.

Soy flour

Soya flour is derived from ground soybeans. It boosts protein, brings moisture to baked goods, and provides the basis for some soy milk and textured vegetable protein. Soy Flour is a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids which helps to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.

Is soya flour good for health?

Soy flour is rich in vitamins, minerals, isoflavones and lecithin, nutrients proven to help lower cholesterol, prevent cancer and loss of bone mass. Soy is strongly recommended for diabetics, expectant mothers, growing children, cardiac patients, weight-watchers and the aged.

Description

Soya flour is basically made by grinding roasted soybeans into powder. It is added to wheat flour when making baked goods to boost the protein level of some products. There are two kinds of soy flour. The first is natural or full-fat soy flour. this contains natural oils that are found in soybean. Second is defatted soy flour, that has all the oils removed during processing. It adds a pleasant texture and flavour to foods.

 

Health benefits

• Soybean atta may be helpful to reduce the risk of heart diseases by lowering cholesterol levels.(1)
• Soyabean atta is also effective to reduce the symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, mood swings, irritability and night sweats.(1)
• It is a gluten-free atta which is beneficial for those who are gluten-intolerant.(1)
• Soyabean atta is a great source of protein which is required for growth.(2)
• It also helps to prevent breast cancer, colorectal cancer and prostate cancer.(2)
• Selection Guide

It is better to buy readymade Soya flour as it has all anti-nutritional factors removed. Carefully read the package before buying, to check the ‘use-by’ date.