Soy and Your Heart: The Truth Behind the Hype

• Textured vegetable protein and tempeh can be used as a meat substitute in any dish.
• Tofu makes a great addition to stews and stir-fries. 
• Miso can be used as seasoning, or as soup stock.
• Blend tofu into a cream cheese texture and use in dips, or as a cheese substitute.
• Soy flour can be used to thicken sauces and gravies.
• Soymilk can be added to baked goods and desserts.
• Soy nut butter can be spread onto bread, crackers or used as a dip with raw vegetables.
• Add soy cheese to pizzas, sandwiches, and baked potatoes.
• Use soymilk in beverages, cereal, desserts, and cooking.
• Try roasted soy nuts for a healthy snack.

Read more on soy and how to lower your cholesterol:

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Melanie Thomassian is a professional dietitian and author of the award winning Dietriffic.com.