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THE SOY CONNECTION
HEALTH & NUTRITION INFORMATION ABOUT SOY
Stearic Acid: Physiological Effects and Functional Properties
In the movement away from trans fat, identifying solid fats that are low in trans fatty acids and not high in saturated fat has been a challenge to the food industry. Alternative frying oils need to be stable at high temperatures. Read more
In the movement away from trans fat, identifying solid fats that are low in trans fatty acids and not high in saturated fat has been a challenge to the food industry. Alternative frying oils need to be stable at high temperatures. Read more
Cognitive Function Benefits Demonstrated in Studies
There is considerable interest in the effects of food and/or nutraceuticals on mental performance. Mental or cognitive functions are those abilities that we use everyday; remembering, reacting, paying attention and recognizing people and our environment. Read more
There is considerable interest in the effects of food and/or nutraceuticals on mental performance. Mental or cognitive functions are those abilities that we use everyday; remembering, reacting, paying attention and recognizing people and our environment. Read more
Research Updates:
Soy Products Lower Blood Pressure and Improve Bone Mineral Density
Two recent studies report potential health benefits of soyfoods that show great promise. The first study, conducted by researchers from the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, found soynuts to be hypotensive.
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From Your Dietitian: Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations
The American Heart Association (AHA) has an online educational program which gives information about the different types of dietary fats and how they affect risk of heart disease. They advocate choosing a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole-grain, high-fiber foods, and fat-free and low-fat dairy. Read more
The American Heart Association (AHA) has an online educational program which gives information about the different types of dietary fats and how they affect risk of heart disease. They advocate choosing a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole-grain, high-fiber foods, and fat-free and low-fat dairy. Read more
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Soy Connection is now a continuing professional education accredited provider. Registered dietitians, dietetic technicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants will receive continuing professional education units for reading our newsletter and successfully taking a posted test.
Read the current issue of The Soy Connection health and nutrition newsletter then go to the CPE Testing Center to take the accompanying test.
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Stearic Acid
Cognitive Function
AHA Health Tips
Frozen Souffle
Cognitive Function
AHA Health Tips
Frozen Souffle
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