Over the last few years, soya has taken over our pantry as the ultimate source of protein for vegetarians. But are the soya products in the market really as good for us as we believe? Nutritionist and gut health expert Tanisha Bawa recently took to Instagram to share her perspective, debunking common myths around soya products and explaining why they may not always be the best choices for your diet. Scroll on to know more.
Soya Might Not Be As Healthy As You Think!
Soya chunks are often marketed as a high-protein ingredient but according to Tanisha Bawa, a gut and hormone health expert and Institute for Integrative Nutrition-trained nutritionist, they are actually “worse than junk food,” She recently took to Instagram to share that many soya products like soya chunks, chaap, and milk, that usually come with “high-protein” tag, is nothing but “processed junk”.
In the video, she reveals, “These soy nuggets are actually industrially processed. They have 80 to 90% of refined flour, which in turn can spike your blood sugar level. So, while you think you’re having protein, what you’re actually having is carbs, and it can cause severe blood sugar imbalances and also a lot of inflammation.”
Nutritionist Suggests Plant-Based Protein Sources
She then goes on to share that as a nutritionist, she doesn’t recommend soya in any form. This is also because they have anti-nutrients, which “hinder the absorption of crucial vitamins and minerals. So, what can vegetarians have instead to make up for their protein intake?
Tanisha recommends the following clean and plant-based protein sources –
• Peas
• Mushrooms
• Spirulina
• Organic tempeh
• Vegan pea protein
• Quality vegan protein shakes
• Whole grains like quinoa & amaranth
• Chia puddings
• Nuts, seeds and almond butter
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P.S. – This article is based on Tanisha Bawa’s Instagram post and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Curly Tales has not independently verified this claim, and this article is for informational purposes only.
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