What are the Nutritional benefits of Tofu? Does it contain protein ?

Answer 1

"The protein in tofu is high quality compared to other plant sources. Many foods of plant origin are considered an incomplete source of protein because they tend to lack some essential amino acids.

If all essential amino acids are not present the protein cannot be used for growth or maintenance of tissues. In this case protein is often burned as fuel or converted into fat and stored. The protein will only be converted to fat if more calories are consumed than the body requires.

Tofu protein is good quality and ensures most has more chance to be used for protein synthesis of lean muscle and antibodies."

Average estimated protein in tofu per 100 grams ( 3.5 ounces ):
8g Tofu protein
4g Fat
less than 1g Carbohydrates
73 calories Total tofu calories

Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Tofu fits right with a low-fat, low-cholesterol and low-calorie diet. Moreover, tofu contains high quality vegetable protein, calcium, unsaturated fat and is flavones.
They help to :

① lower the risk of heart disease by lowering the level of the "bad" LDL cholesterol, and as the result maintaining the level of "good" HDL cholesterol,
② reduce the risk of osteoporosis, a disease associated with reduced bone density and increased bone fractures,
③ lower rates of breast cancer and prostate cancer,
④ reduce menopausal symptoms including mood swings and hot flushes.
In this way tofu isn't only a diet food but it is also a helpful way to prevent chronic disease such as many forms of cancer, heart diseases and to control diabetes.

Answer 4

high in protein and a good substitute for meet less fat and calories. Bet Middler lost all her weight eating it when the Tofu diet was big. It actually has no taste. in my opinion

Answer 5

toufu is pure protien and is an exelent substitute for meats in vedgetarian and vegan diets