5 Benefits of Eating Soy Foods

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Manuj Yadav

1. Helps build muscles

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2. Aids weight loss

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Soy foods are packed with protein and fiber, which makes these products very filling. Eating a meal with soy can keep you feeling full for longer and keep those unwanted cravings at bay.

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3. Lowers dementia risks

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Eating soy can help create a metabolite called equol in the gut, the presence of which can lower the risks of white matter lesions in the brain. The appearance of these lesions is the key risk for dementia in later life.

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4. May improve bone health

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5. May help prevent cancer

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