You hear a lot of scare stories about soya, which is a shame because it’s a valuable source of nutrition, particularly if you avoid animal products. Soya-based foods can be enjoyed by people of all ages, and may even provide some health benefits.
1 The soya bean has a special nutritional profile
Soya beans contain protein that is of a similar quality to the protein in meat and dairy. They have a higher fat content than other beans – mainly heart-friendly unsaturated fat.