Soybeans Soybeans grow in pods similar to peas. Prang Fun Pro crayons are made from soybeans. Soy sauce is a salty, savory sauce made from fermented soybeans, wheat, yeast, and salt.
Soybeans contain a compound called genistein that is found only in soybeans.
Researchers have discovered that genistein inhibits blood vessel development, inhibiting the growth of tumors. Soy protein is the only plant protein that contains all 8 essential amino acids and is considered a complete protein. An acre of soybeans will produce enough imitation bacon bits to fill all the salad bars in Kansas. Farmers in more than 29 states grow soybeans. One acre of soybeans can produce 82,368 crayons.