the attitudes and beliefs of soy foods consumers (SCs) versus nonconsumers (NCs)

   Posted by Chantel M. Contributed by US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health

In the study to examine the attitudes and beliefs of soy foods consumers (SCs) versus nonconsumers (NCs) by Schyver T, Smith C., posted in US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, researchers found that barriers to soy consumption included soy's image, a lack of familiarity with how to prepare soy foods, and a perception that soy foods were an inadequate flavor substitute for animal-based products. SCs' conversion to regular consumption was initiated by food intolerances, an increased interest in health, or an adoption of a vegetarian or natural foods lifestyle and was sustained because they enjoyed the flavor. Many participants did not know why soy was considered healthful, whereas others identified it as "heart healthy," a source of protein, and good for women's health. Some SCs had become concerned regarding the controversy surrounding breast cancer and soy consumption.

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Adapt Your Recipes to Vegetarian For Health and Weight Loss

 By Diane Gilabert

Permanent weight loss is easier with healthy vegetarian meals. Why? A plant based diet plan is low calorie and fills you up with high fiber foods. And fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains contain more anti-oxidants than meat, dairy, and eggs.
Eating the most nutritious foods means quick weight loss without hunger. Not ready to go full time vegetarian? Studies show that eating a few meatless meals every week can lower the risk of heart disease and may even prolong life.
So how can you adapt your favorite recipes to omit the meat? Here are 5 ways to cut the meat and increase the health benefits of your meals:
1. Stir-frys are healthy, quick, and satisfying. Substitute firm tofu, tempeh, nuts, and sesame seeds in place of chicken, beef, and seafood. Use a variety of colorful vegetables like pea pods, red bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli, and carrots for a super-charged meal. Serve with brown rice instead of white rice for a hearty, nutty taste and more fiber.
2. Substitute cooked legumes like beans and lentils for the meat in casseroles, stews, soups, and chili. Try red kidney beans in chili or stew, lentils in spaghetti sauce or stuffed cabbage rolls, and refried beans in burritos, tacos, and enchiladas. Black beans and rice make a filling main dish. Spice them up with some fresh salsa, and add avocado for healthy fats.
3. Skip the meat and add more chopped vegetables in pasta sauces, pizza toppings, soups, stews, and other mixed dishes. Vegetables like portabella mushrooms and eggplant are thick and satisfying. Use soy-based cheese instead of dairy-based cheese for added anti-oxidants.
4. Substituting for eggs and dairy in recipes can be tricky, so experiment to find the right consistency and binding agents for each dish. For example, try tofu, soymilk, soy cheese, and soy yogurt in recipes that call for dairy products. Replace ricotta cheese in lasagna with crumbled tofu. Buttermilk is a snap to make by mixing 1 cup of soy milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Use soymilk when making puddings and mashed potatoes.
5. Fruit smoothies make outstanding breakfasts or lunches, especially on hot days. Skip the dairy base and enjoy a thick, creamy fruit smoothie made with soft tofu, soymilk, or fruit juice.
Seek out vegetarian recipes on the internet. There are countless sites with creative recipes to wean you off meat. You'll be healthier and slimmer if you can eat a few meals a week without meat, dairy, and eggs.

Diane Gilabert lost 30 pounds by following a whole foods, plant-based diet. Get some of Diane's easy vegan recipes at http://www.lose-weight-for-life.com/easy-vegan-recipes.html.

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Self-identities and BMI of Minnesotan soy consumers and non-consumers

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In the study to identify self-identities among mainstream and natural foods shoppers and the relationship of these self-identities to soy consumption and BMI by Schryver T, Smith C, Wall M., posted in US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, researchers found that Asians and those who shopped at natural food grocery stores consumed more soy foods and had lower BMIs than other ethnicities or those who shopped at mainstream grocery stores. Five overarching self-identities were found: vegetarian, mainstream, nouveau gourmet, pleasure, and bargain. Vegetarian and nouveau gourmet self-identities consumed significantly greater amounts of soy foods and had significantly lower BMIs, whereas mainstream self-identities consumed significantly less soy foods and had significantly higher BMIs.

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Weight Loss Smoothie Recipes

 By Nancy W

Smoothies can be a quick and simple part of your meals for your weight loss program. Preparing special meals to include the foods that are allowed on your weight loss plan can often be a drag and seem like too much trouble. When meals are not easy to fix, it could be a tempting time to grab the wrong foods.
Here are a few weight loss smoothie recipes to give you variety, and have the added benefit of being extremely fast to prepare your smoothie meal.
Banana Smoothie:
8 ounces of non-fat milk or soy milk
2 Tablespoons Herbalife Vanilla Formula 1 Soy Protein Smoothie Mix
½ of a banana
4 to 6 ice cubes (optional)
Blend in a blender
Mocha Smoothie:
8 ounces non-fat milk or soy milk
2 Tablespoons Herbalife Vanilla Formula 1 Soy Protein Smoothie Mix
½ teaspoon Decaffeinated Instant Coffee
4 - 6 ice cubes (optional)
Stir or blend in blender
Black Forest Smoothie
8 ounces non-fat milk or soy milk
2 Tablespoons Herbalife Chocolate Formula 1 Soy Protein Smoothie Mix
½ Teaspoon Black Walnut Extract
½ Banana (optional)
4-6 ice cubes (optional)
Stir or blend in blender
If you have a blender, drink mixer, or small hand held mini mixer, it will save you time in your shake preparation. If not you can simply chop the fruit ingredients to very fine pieces to include in your smoothies.
You can enjoy these smoothies as they are fast and convenient for a meal on the run as well as healthy for you. These smoothies make it easier to stay on your weight loss program because they are a fast way to stay on a healthy eating plan.

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For me the taste of soy is not a barrier to its consumption

   Posted by Chantel M. Contributed by US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health

In the research to investigates the cultural influence on beliefs about and attitudes towards soy foods (French from France vs. Vietnamese from Vietnam) by Tu VP, Husson F, Sutan A, Ha DT, Valentin D.,  posted in US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, researchers found that French participants differ mainly from Vietnamese participants in questions associated to taste and price of soy foods. Both groups reported positive attitudes towards health benefits of soy foods. With a change in cultural environment, French participants showed a notable change in attitudes related to taste and price of soy foods and in soy consumption habit whereas almost no change was observed in Vietnamese participants.

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Inhibition of murine bladder tumorigenesis by soy isoflavones

 Posted by Chantel M. Contributed by US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health

In the study of "Inhibition of murine bladder tumorigenesis by soy isoflavones via alterations in the cell cycle, apoptosis, and angiogenesis" by Zhou JR, Mukherjee P, Gugger ET, Tanaka T, Blackburn GL, Clinton SK., posted in US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health, researchers found that soy isoflavones can inhibit bladder tumor growth through a combination of direct effects on tumor cells and indirect effects on the tumor neovasculature. Soy products warrant further investigation in bladder cancer prevention and treatment programs or as antiangiogenic agents.


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The Advantages of Pressing Tofu

 By Andrew R McGregor

Pressing tofu is a very simple way to make any tofu dish taste better and improve the texture. Although not all tofu recipes specify to use pressed tofu, it can be applied to any recipe. Some people buy tofu presses which are in the shape of a box and specifically designed to press tofu. However, there is no particular advantage to this as the same results can be seen with some paper towel and a heavy object.
The main advantage of pressing tofu is that it enhances the flavor. The liquid that tofu is packaged in is not as tasty as the marinate or the flavor of the dish you are cooking. Therefore, by removing this tasteless liquid, the tofu can absorb more of the flavors you are cooking with. For this very reason, many restaurants press a majority of their tofu dishes.
When cooking tofu, some people complain about the smell of the liquid that it is packaged in and is therefore a 'turn off' to cooking and eating tofu. If this is the case with you, pressing tofu will remove this liquid and although you will still be able to smell it, you will have peace of mind in knowing that you are not eating this smelly liquid.
If you have not pressed tofu before you should definitely give it a go. If you have ever wondered why you are unable to cook tofu like restaurants do then pressing the tofu is probably the reason. However, keep in mind that pressing tofu is mainly for marinating or dishes with a high quantity of liquid.

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