Japanese Superfood

Category: Research

  • Soy milk byproduct proven to be beneficial in the management of diabetes

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    Consumption of okara, a byproduct from soybeans, has drawn particular attention to its positive benefits on health as a source of fiber-rich food that can help people with diabetes. It contains high amount of dietary fiber (50%), protein (25%), fat (10%), vitamins, and phytochemical components including isoflavones and soyasaponins ands. Source: Journal of Food QualityVolume…

  • Study identifies numerous health benefits from consuming okara

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    In addition, higher dietary fiber intakes may reduce the risk of cancers, including colorectal cancer. Moreover, the fiber-induced health benefits may expand to improved brain health. As US adults do not consume sufficient amounts of fruits and vegetables, which are important sources of dietary fibers and antioxidants, okara may make an important contribution to diet…