The Bean

Soybean (or soya bean) is known as 大豆 （big bean) or 黄豆 （yellow bean) in Chinese or daizu (bean of beans) in Japanese.

Because of its rich source of protein, it is sometimes called the “meat of the earth” or “the beef of the field”. This “miracle bean” can be made into :

• Toufu
• Bean curd
• Soymilk
• Miso
• Natto
• Aburaage
• Tempeh
• Soybean sprouts
• Soybean Oil
• Soy Flour
• Soynuts

Whole soyfoods are cholesterol-free and trans fat free, plus there is an abundance of vitamins and minerals.

Regular consumption in moderation can:

• lower bad “LDL” cholesterol level
• reduce cardiovascular disease
• maintain healthy weight
• prevent oesteoporosis
• build and repair mucles