Tofu is especially low in calories, making it a food with little risk of weight gain.

 

According to the National Standard Food Composition Table, half a block of tofu (about 100g) contains only 84 kcal. Its high water content (over 80%) gives a feeling of fullness, helping to prevent overeating during meals. It is rich in various nutrients. Tofu is a protein food made from soybeans. [Photo = Getty Images Bank] © Provided by Medi.com

 

There are people who excessively reduce their food intake to lose weight.

The aftereffects are significant. It can cause a yo-yo effect of regaining weight. To lose weight properly and maintain it, you must avoid nutritional deficiencies. Let's think about the "tofu diet" that was popular in the past. It is a method of losing weight while eating. Let's learn more about tofu.

Low in calories but filling... Rich in protein, amino acids, calcium, iron, and various nutrients.

Tofu is particularly low in calories, making it a food with little risk of weight gain. According to the National Standard Food Composition Table, half a block of tofu (about 100g) contains only 84 kcal. Its high water content (over 80%) gives a feeling of fullness, helping to prevent overeating during meals. It is rich in various nutrients. Tofu is a protein food made from soybeans. It contains essential amino acids necessary for metabolism, as well as minerals such as calcium and iron. It has excellent digestibility and absorption rates, and is rich in dietary fiber (oligosaccharides), which aids in intestinal health and bowel movements.

Half the calories of regular tofu... Soft tofu, suitable as a late-night snack

Soft tofu is much smoother and more moist than regular tofu because it is not pressed after coagulating soy milk. It has about half the calories of regular tofu (44 kcal per 100g), so the worry about gaining weight is lower. If seasoned mildly, it can be eaten as a late-night snack. It is easy to digest and has a comfortable texture, making it 부담없다 even at night, which is an advantage of soy-based foods containing proteins and other intrinsic components. Forcing oneself to endure hunger can cause stress and may actually hinder weight control.

Why are foods made from soybeans good?... Contributing to the prevention of diabetes and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases

Foods made from soybeans, such as beans and tofu, are recommended by the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency as heart and cerebrovascular disease prevention foods, along with whole grains. They contain a high amount of unsaturated fatty acids that are beneficial for blood vessels and blood, and linoleic acid helps remove triglycerides and cholesterol accumulated in the vessel walls. With a low glycemic index that raises blood sugar levels gradually, eating soybeans (yellow beans) helps prevent and treat diabetes. It also has the advantage of containing essential nutrients in balanced proportions, such as 40% protein, 30% carbohydrates, and 20% fats.

Contributing to vascular and bone health... "Start with common foods rather than expensive health foods"

100g of tofu contains 9.3g of protein. This is more than the same amount found in soy milk made from the same beans. The isoflavones abundant in tofu help alleviate menopausal symptoms and reduce the risk of heart and cerebrovascular diseases. They contribute to lowering blood cholesterol levels and preventing arteriosclerosis. They also play a role in increasing bone density and strengthening bones. Tofu and soft tofu are easy to find and convenient to eat. There is no need to spend a lot of money on unfamiliar health foods. Let's develop the habit of eating common foods around us for our health.

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Tofu can be eaten as it is.

Both when fried and when braised, the taste is very good.

Soft tofu late-night snack?

It looks like the calorie content is very low.

Being able to eat without 부담 at night,

It will help with dieting.