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HEALTH & NUTRITION INFORMATION ABOUT SOY
Soy protein products continue to gain in popularity in commercial settings but have rarely been explored for use in the school meal program. In 2007, a study was conducted to test the acceptance of soy-based meal options adapted from popular lunch items in five middle schools with a diverse student population.
Read moreFor much of the last century, dietitians and nutritionists thought about soyfoods primarily because of their role in providing protein in plant-based diets. Their relevance to the diets of the general population was considered limited.
Read moreThe United Soybean Board recently completed its 14th annual Consumer Attitudes About Nutrition nationwide survey. The study was conducted by an independent research firm via an online self-administered survey of 1,000 random interviews consistent with the total American population. Read more
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.
Test Center and Archived Tests
Soy Goes to School: Acceptance of Soyfoods in Metro Middle Schools
Research Updates: Soyfood as a Healthy Source of Protein
From Your Dietitian: Game Day Chili
Consumer Attitudes About Health and Nutrition
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