Tofu is a high-protein food that is rich in nutrients. That have health benefits such as reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes and certain types of cancer. And help lose weight Tofu is made by mashing soybeans together with water. and press the soy milk into the mold to remove the excess water until only the tofu remains
Eating tofu may provide health benefits in the following ways:
1. Rich in useful nutrients
High in protein. which consists of All 9 essential amino acids that the body needs in its entirety. UFABET Therefore suitable for those who eat instead of meat. In addition, tofu contains many minerals. But low in energy, fat, carbohydrates and sodium. Therefore suitable for health lovers and those who lose weight.
2. Prevent Diabetes
The results showed that People who ate tofu regularly protected against type 2 diabetes, and people with gestational diabetes who ate a soy protein diet for 6 weeks had lower blood sugar and insulin levels. People who do not eat soy protein which is expected to be a result of Isoflavones found.
However, some studies have not found a direct link between eating tofu and preventing diabetes. Therefore, it should wait for the results of further studies in the future.
3. Lower Cholesterol
Eating a protein-rich soy-based diet may help lower LDL cholesterol by 3–4% and lower total cholesterol levels.
4. Prevent heart disease
High cholesterol is a major contributor to heart disease. Tofu protein and isoflavones have cholesterol-lowering properties. It may therefore help reduce the risk of heart disease. The study found that eating certain soy-based foods, at least once a week had a lower risk of heart disease than those who ate soy less than once a month.