According to SELFNutritionData (nutritiondata.self.com), soy has around twice the amount of protein in meat, three times the protein in eggs, and 12 times the protein in milk by weight. Research shows that soy does not contain cholesterol, and when combined with a healthy diet and exercise, soy can help to raise the body’s levels of “good” cholesterol while lowering “bad” cholesterol levels.
Heart health and liver health are interrelated. Most of the cholesterol in the body is secreted by the liver. The liver regulates cholesterol in the blood. A heathy liver can help control cholesterol in the body. The liver is like a bridge, linking the blood flow from the digestive system back to the heart. A healthy liver is needed to ensure a healthy heart.
Development of heart disease depends upon many factors, but its risk may be reduced by diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol and healthy lifestyles.
No. The human body needs cholesterol to make bile, cell membranes and secretin (a hormone that stimulates pancreatic secretions). Cholesterol is broadly divided into two types: low-density lipoprotein (LDL), also known as “bad” cholesterol, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL), which is “good” cholesterol. “Bad” cholesterol may accumulate in blood vessel walls, clogging blood vessels.
Yes. Research has shown that a lack of fiber will cause the liver to overwork, impairing the body’s ability to clear toxins. This may force toxins to be excreted through the skin and other detoxifying organs, leading to acne, rashes, eczema, dullness, and unhealthy skin.
This depends on the ratios of fiber eaten. The human digestive tract cannot accept too much of a single type of fiber, regardless of whether it is soluble or insoluble. Only a balanced intake of these two types of fiber can effectively aid digestion.
Dietary fiber is found in plant foods: fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains. Meat, milk, and eggs do not contain fiber. Dietary Fiber Content of Common Foods Food (100 g) Dietary --------------Fiber Content (g) Psyllium husk 78 Oats 11 Brussels sprouts (cooked) 3 Carrot (cooked) 3 Strawberry 2 White rice (cooked) 0
The Recommended Daily Intake (RDI) for fiber in the U.S. and in Canada is 28 g per day and 25 g per day respectively. However, the modern person only eats around 15 g of fiber daily.
Fiber can be soluble or insoluble. Research shows that a balanced intake of soluble and insoluble fiber can promote bowel movement. The University of Maryland Medical Center in the U.S. pointed out that fiber can prolong feelings of satiety in the human body, which helps suppress appetite and reduce calorie intake.
Plant proteins provide the body with essential nutrients but with less fat and fewer calories.
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Most people wishing to control their weight will choose low-calorie foods. Studies show that, when on a low-calorie diet, it is very important to eat enough protein to prevent muscle loss. Even when not exercising, muscles burn more calories than fats do. The more muscle present, the higher the metabolism rate. A low-calorie diet without enough protein to build or maintain muscle will leave a body without enough muscles to burn calories. Compared with animal protein, soy protein is lower in fat and calories.
Cordyceps sinensis is wild and cannot be artificially cultivated. Cordyceps mycelium (a growing stage in the life cycle of Cordyceps sinensis) can be cultivated. Fungi is obtained from Cordyceps sinensis, then cultivated under fixed conditions to become cordyceps mycelium.
Each mushroom contains a unique combination of phytonutrients. Each type of phytonutrient works in synergy to provide the body with different nutrients. Thus, consuming different types of mushrooms helps provide the body with optimal nourishment.
Polysaccharides are long chains of molecules that are commonly found in all plant foods, including mushrooms.
American ginseng, also called Panax quinquefolius, is a close relative of Korean ginseng. Belonging to the Araliaceae family, it is a perennial herb with dark green leaves and clusters of red berries. It is found in the wild in eastern North America, and its roots are used medicinally, particularly in China. Today, most of the American ginseng on the market are cultivated.
Cactus has a soft but crunchy texture that becomes sticky, similar to okra, when cooked. It has a mild and unique flavor that is similar to a slightly tart green bean, asparagus, or bell peppers.
Although aloe vera resembles cactus, the former is actually a member of the lily family, while cactus is closely related to the rose plant. Aloe vera grows quickly, taking just eight months to mature, while cactus takes many years. Aloe vera is said to be native to North Africa, while cactus is native to the American continents. Aloe vera is darker and has long, flat leaves, while cactus is usually lighter colored with fleshy and swollen stems.
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