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In today article of Hot out of the oven, Living Better Cafe will be talking about the Benefits of Tofu. But, before Living Better Cafe brings you the benefits. I the creator Katrina Smith, here wants to give you some background history on Tofu. Like, what is Tofu, and where did it come from? because you all need to know where your food comes from before placing it into your palate.
Tofu, is also known as bean curd, which is a food made from coagulating soy milk and then pressing the resulting curds into soft white blocks. It is a component in Eastern Asian and Southeast Asian dishes. As there are many different varieties of tofu, out there on the market. Like, Firm, Extra firm, Soft and fresh tofu. Tofu has a subtle flavor that can be use in savory and sweet dishes. As it's often seasoned or marinated when it's added into the dish.
Tofu has come a very long way, as Living Better Cafe speak's talking about 2,000 years ago. Back when Chinese legend attribute it's invention to the prince Liu Au, in 179-122 BC.
Tofu has a low calorie count and reasonably amount of protein. It's also high in iron, calcium, magnesium.
Living Better Cafe want to now tell you about the nutritional benefit's, of eating Tofu. Like, I Katrina Smith have stated before, that Tofu has a good source of Protein. Tofu also contains eight other essential amino acids. Like, I have stated before about Tofu having reasonable amount, of protein, iron, calcium and magnesium. Tofu also carries selenium and phosphorous. In addition, Tofu has a good source of copper, zinc and vitamin B1.
Now I am going to hand it back over to Living Better Cafe, as Living Better Cafe will share more benefits of Tofu. Tofu which is a plant based food, which is made from soy bean. Tofu helps decrease the risk of obesity and diabetes, heart disease and helps promote healthy complexion in hair, increased energy, and help lower weight overall. Consuming Tofu as an meat alternative to animal protein lowers level of your LDL cholesterol, which in turn decreases the risk of atherosclerosis and high blood pressure. Tofu also contains antioxidant properties that inhibits the growth of cancer cells.
Consuming Tofu in small amounts does not effect tumor growth, or a woman's risk in breast cancer. People who suffer from Osteoporosis, and add soy isoflavones are known to decrease bone loss and increase bone mineral density during menopause. Taking in a soy based diet can, also help with your liver functioning, as all types of Tofu have been curdled with various coagulants can be used to prevent liver damage caused by free radicals. Tofu has also been observed through populations that consume greater amounts of soy have, in general, less incidence of age-related mental disorders.
