A roundup of the eight harmful components found in soy milk

　　The more oily it gets, the more… Health ——Abundant unsaturated fatty acids

　　These are times when people turn pale at the mention of oil. Modern people consume far too much oil—oil from meat, excessive amounts used in cooking at restaurants, plenty in fast food, and also a lot in cakes and bread. Additionally, we eat too much sugar and carbohydrates, which are converted into oil. It’s an overwhelming amount of oil that practically submerges us. And what followed was… High blood lipid levels high blood pressure, Coronary heart disease Similar diseases are also on the increase day by day Cancer This increase is also closely related to the consumption of high-fat foods. Beautiful women even regard fat as a poison, fearing that having an extra ounce or two on their bodies would be terrible.

　　In fact, although on the surface it appears that the intake of oil far exceeds the recommended levels, what people are actually exceeding the limit for is just one type of oil—saturated fatty acids. Other components such as unsaturated fatty acids, phospholipids, and essential fatty acids are far from being consumed in sufficient amounts. Therefore, the current situation regarding fat intake for modern people is such that it should not be reduced, but rather increased—only unsaturated fatty acids should be the ones consumed in greater amounts. And soy milk can help us replenish these fats.

　　Soy milk contains approximately 20% fat, and of this fat, around 80% is made up of unsaturated fatty acids. In other words, if we rely on the fat found in soy milk as our daily source of fat, we wouldn’t have to worry about exceeding the recommended intake at all; in fact, it could even be beneficial to consume more of it. Of course, this is just an assumption, because it’s also impossible to rely solely on soy milk to meet our fat needs, given that the total amount of fat in soy milk is relatively low. However, by drinking just one more cup of soy milk, we can consume an additional amount of unsaturated fatty acids. Therefore, consuming soy milk to supplement with lipids is very beneficial.

　　Everyone knows that cholesterol is related to cardiovascular health disease One of the main culprits for this issue is cholesterol, so reducing the intake of cholesterol in the diet and lowering its levels in the body is something that many people need to do nowadays. And many of the foods that we enjoy eating these days contain a lot of cholesterol, for example… Eggs Meat, cakes, ice cream, milk, and things like that. Soy milk, on the other hand, is just the opposite. Not only does it contain no cholesterol, but it also contains phytosterols that can help lower cholesterol levels in the body – another advantage of soy milk’s fat content.

　　Additionally, the lecithin found in soy milk is a nutrient essential for the brain, making it particularly suitable for children and… the elderly … It is also essential for adults whose jobs require mental exertion.

　　A bloated stomach is actually a good thing – soy oligosaccharides are responsible for this effect

　　Many people feel that drinking too much soy milk can cause bloating, resulting in a very uncomfortable feeling. This is especially true in public places, as the discomfort from bloating can lead to uncontrollable flatulence, which is both embarrassing and unpleasant. The main culprit behind this is the oligosaccharides found in soybeans.

　　Soy oligosaccharides are carbohydrates found in soy milk. The sugars, rice, and steamed buns that we usually consume are also primarily composed of carbohydrates. Oligosaccharides, a type of carbohydrate, cannot be digested by our bodies themselves, but can be broken down by the beneficial bacteria in our intestines. Some of the bacteria in the intestines are harmful to the human body, while others are beneficial. When there are more beneficial bacteria, the number of harmful ones naturally decreases. Therefore, we should consume more foods that help promote the growth of beneficial bacteria.

　　We all know that probiotics, such as Bifidobacterium, are often added to yogurt, and the purpose of doing so is indeed to increase the number of beneficial bacteria in the intestines. The difference is that soy milk achieves its effect by providing nourishment for the beneficial bacteria already present in the intestines, allowing them to grow. On the other hand, yogurt directly adds probiotics, increasing the overall number of these beneficial bacteria.

　　So, if you feel bloated after drinking soy milk, as long as it’s not too severe, don’t worry too much about it, because this effect of bloating is actually beneficial for you. Unless it’s really causing excessive bloating, in that case you just need to reduce the amount you drink.