How to Use Soy Protein

Soy is high in protein, lactose-free and contains no cholesterol. Those properties make it a great way to supplement the diet for those with lactose intolerance or high cholesterol, or for vegetarians. Additionally, soy protein is thought to increase cardiovascular health, making it a great supplement for just about everyone, particularly people at risk of or with a history of heart disease and diabetes. Here are some ways to add soy to your diet.

Things You'll Need

• Soy flour
• Tofu
• Tempeh
• Soy milk
• Soy protein powder
• Other soy products

Instructions

1. Replace your regular wheat flour with soy flour. You can make all of your favorite recipes in the exact same way with little change in flavor, an easy way to use soy protein and support your overall health.

2. Substitute tofu or even tempeh for meat in recipes which call for beef, chicken or other meats. While many people do not like the taste and texture of tofu, tempeh, made from whole, cooked soybeans, is far more palatable and is packed full of soy protein.

3. Drink soy milk instead of regular milk, particularly if you are lactose intolerant, or trying to reduce fat or cholesterol in your diet. While finding a brand of soy milk that you find palatable will take some experimentation, there are plenty of quality products out there which offer similar taste and consistency to regular milk.

4. Power up with soy protein powder. Soy protein powder may be the easiest way to get extra protein each and every day as it can easily be added to juices, salads, soups and other recipes.

5. Look for a large variety of other soy products, such as miso, soy burgers, soy turkey, soy yogurt, soy cheese and more. With a little adjustment to your regular grocery list, you will find that it is a snap to use more soy protein in your daily diet.

Tips & Warnings

• Get a heaping helping of soy protein after a workout, as studies have shown that protein helps to restore and build muscle mass after physical exercise. Soy protein is available in a number of forms; however, most athletes and body builders prefer to use soy protein powders.