Adding Isoflavones To Nutrient Database 3. Soynuts Are Easy To Use 4. Getting on and off our list. She found that recent research also provides evidence that soy protein and isoflavones, the naturally-occurring nutrients in soybeans, can improve functioning of blood vessels and help prevent formation of blood clots. Studying what component of soy protein is responsible for fighting fat in blood, she wrote that one isoflavone, genistein, can enhance vascular activity and also can inhibit blood vessel damage as well as formation of blood clots, or thrombus.
Plans are for the database to be available by the end of the year.
Research has shown that isoflavones found in soybeans appear to have positive health benefits. They are a staple in my household, as a convenient snack and as an easy replacement for more traditional nuts that can be used in a variety of recipes, such as cookies. Soynuts are simply whole soybeans that have been soaked in water for at least 8 hours and then baked, or roasted, until they are browned and crunchy. Depending on the manufacturer, a little oil may be used in the roasting process. Some grocery stores and most health or natural food stores carry soynuts in several different forms.