Soy flour is very popular in East Asian countries, but it is in demand in our market, because it is used in the production of very many products that are daily on our table, such as sausage, pasta, and semi-finished products. People who care about their own health and who carefully choose foodstuffs are interested in the composition of soy flour, its useful properties and whether it can harm the body.
Composition of soy flour
The use of soy flour is primarily due to its composition:
- vitamin A;
- vitamin PP;
- vitamins of group B;
- vitamin E;
- alimentary fiber;
- calcium;
- potassium;
- magnesium;
- sodium;
- phosphorus;
- iron, etc.
Benefit and harm of soy flour
So, thanks to the rich in vitamins and trace elements, the composition, soy flour:
- It restores fat metabolism in the body.
- Positively affects metabolism .
- Prevents the formation of stones in the gallbladder.
- Displays bad cholesterol .
- Helps prevent diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
- Recommended for people,
suffering from hypertension, various diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
Despite all the benefits, soy flour can also cause considerable harm to the body. The fact is that in the composition of this flour, isoflavones are found, which are contraindicated to pregnant women, because may adversely affect the health of the unborn child, provoke an abortion. Also, scientists have proved that excessive consumption of products from soy flour can disrupt blood circulation in the brain, "knock down" the brain, accelerate the aging of the body, negatively affects the endocrine system, sometimes has a negative effect on our nerves and can cause a strong allergic reaction.