Soybean is one of the most traditional and significant Asian cuisine components. It contains no cholesterol, low in saturated fat and high in polyunsaturated fats, provides very high quality protein, rich in calcium and dietary fiber. Due to its nutritious uniqueness, it plays a very important role in women's health. Extensive scientific studies reveal that soy & soy products can lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis, and breast cancers.

Soy can reduce risk of heart diseases for women

	Woman with high cholesterol levels has a high risk of developing heart disease.
	Woman's risk of heart disease is doubled if she smokes, consumes a large amount of alcohol and is overweight or obese.
	The risk of heart disease increase for post-menopausal women.
	Diets low in saturated fat & cholesterol along with an intake of 25 grams of soy protein daily in the diet show significant cholesterol lowering effect.

Soy Protein Content of Foods

Soy can reduce risk of osteoporosis for women

	Post-menopausal women over 50 years of age are especially vulnerable to osteoporosis due rapid decrease in estrogen.
	Asian women consumes soy-rich diets has lower incidence of osteoporosis.
	An average woman needs 700-800 mg of calcium daily.
	If lactose intolerance, a cup of calcium fortified soy milk is a good alternative.

Calcium Content of Foods

Soy can reduce risk of cancer for women

	Breast cancer is the third commonest cause of female cancer death in Hong Kong.
	Isoflavone is the most active anti-cancer ingredients in soy products.
	Studies show that a consumption of 100 - 200 mg isoflavone daily can lower cancers risk.

Isoflavone Content of Foods