1. The effect of soybeans
Soybean contains protease inhibitor. Researchers from American university found that it can inhibit a variety of cancers, and the inhibitory effect on breast cancer is the most obvious.
2. Enhance immunity
Eating soybeans to supplement protein can avoid the problem of elevated cholesterol in eating meat. If the human body lacks protein, it will have symptoms of decreased immunity and fatigue.
3. Make the brain smart
Soybeans are rich in lecithin, which is one of the important components of the brain. Eating more soybeans can help prevent Alzheimer's disease. In addition, the sterols in soybean lecithin can increase nerve function and vitality.
4. Assist in lowering blood pressure
American studies have found that in the diet of hypertensive patients, too much sodium is ingested while potassium is too little. Ingesting high-potassium foods can promote the excretion of excessive sodium in the body, which has the effect of assisting in lowering blood pressure. Patients with high blood pressure regularly eat soybeans, which is very helpful for timely replenishment of potassium in the body.
5. Strengthen organs
Soybean lecithin can promote the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and strengthen the body's various tissues and organs. It can also lower cholesterol, improve lipid metabolism, prevent and treat coronary atherosclerosis.
6. Lower blood lipids
The plant sterols in soybeans have the effect of lowering blood cholesterol. It can compete with cholesterol in the intestine and reduce cholesterol absorption. It also reduces the "bad cholesterol" in the blood of patients with hyperlipidemia, and at the same time does not affect the "good cholesterol" in the blood, and has a good lipid-lowering effect.
7. Improve energy
The protein contained in soybeans helps relieve depression, and can also increase the excitement and inhibition functions of the cerebral cortex, and improve learning and work efficiency.
8. Whitening and skin care
Soybeans are rich in isoflavones. This phytoestrogen can improve skin aging and relieve menopausal syndrome.
9. Anti-oxidation
The saponin in soybeans can remove free radicals in the body and have anti-oxidant effects. It can also inhibit the growth of tumor cells and enhance the body's immune function.
10. Prevent deafness
Iron supplementation can expand capillaries, soften red blood cells, ensure blood supply to the ears, and effectively prevent hearing loss. The content of iron and zinc in soybeans is higher than in other foods, which has a certain effect on preventing deafness in the elderly.
