About Soy Protein ~ Nutritionist's Column Vol.25

October 05, 2020

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The importance of protein has been widely communicated on television, in magazines, and on the Internet recently.
Among these, plant-based products are attracting a lot of attention, especially from health-conscious people and women.
Among all these proteins, this time we will be focusing on soy protein.

When you hear the word "protein," you probably imagine it as something that people who want to build muscle through strength training often drink, or something that allows you to easily supplement your protein intake.

The word protein comes from the Greek word "proteios," which means "the most important thing."
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Protein is one of the three major nutrients, so you can see that it is a truly important nutrient.
Not only does it affect muscles, it is also essential for various parts of our body, such as hair, skin, organs and blood vessels, so it is important to include it in your diet not only for people who exercise, but also for those who do not.

Foods that are high in protein are mainly meat, fish, eggs, soybeans, dairy products, etc. The minimum amount of protein required for an adult to live a healthy life is 1g per kg of body weight per day.
For example, if you weigh 50kg, you need 50g of protein per day.
For people who don't exercise much or only a little, this amount is generally fine, but for those who want to build muscle or who exercise every day, it is said that 2g per kg of body weight per day is necessary.

If you are deficient in protein, your health may recover more slowly and your skin, hair, and nails may become damaged, so it is a nutrient that you should actively take in.

However, if you find it difficult to get enough vitamin C from food, it is recommended that you use protein to easily get enough vitamin C.
Recently, even people who do not exercise are increasingly using protein for beauty and health reasons.

Some of the most common types of protein are whey protein, which is made from milk, casein protein, which is made from milk, and soy protein, which is made from soybeans.

This time we will focus on soy protein, which is the base of GRØN's Green Monster , Red Heat , and Pancake Mix & Protein .
Soybeans, the raw material for soy protein, are called "meat from the field."

It is so named because it contains as much protein as meat.
It has less fat than meat, is rich in dietary fiber, and contains about the same amount of calcium as milk.
Soy protein contains a good balance of all nine essential amino acids (histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine) that cannot be synthesized in the body. It also helps reduce neutral fat and visceral fat, promotes glucose uptake and helps maintain muscle strength, and brings cholesterol levels closer to normal.

Soy protein, a plant-based protein made from powdered soy protein, is recommended for those who want to tighten their bodies or who are conscious about their beauty and health.

Its special feature is that it is absorbed slowly into the body.
It takes a long time to digest, so you tend to feel full for a long time, and many people use it for dieting and beauty purposes. Its biggest feature is that it contains soy isoflavones.
Isoflavones have almost the same chemical structure as the female hormone estrogen, and therefore have the same effects as estrogen. They are said to help women maintain their beauty and youthfulness, beautify their skin and hair, strengthen their bones, and improve blood flow.
Soy protein can be said to be a beauty protein.

It is low in carbohydrates and high in protein, so it is recommended to have it at breakfast or dinner.
If you are exercising, it is recommended that you take it during or after exercise.
Although it is not absorbed immediately, it efficiently recovers protein and supports body shaping.
Of course, even those who do not exercise can expect to improve their beauty and health by drinking it with breakfast or dinner.

Soy protein is absorbed slowly, so it is not recommended for those who want to build muscle mass or increase muscle size.
If you want to build big muscles, we recommend consuming fast-absorbing animal protein or pea protein, such as that used in Criollo Berries and Matcha All-Stars .

If you are considering taking soy protein, please be careful if you have a soy allergy.
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Also, if you drink a lot of it for the purposes of dieting or improving your skin, you will end up ingesting too much soy isoflavones, so be careful.
While soy isoflavones are expected to have many beneficial effects for women, it has been pointed out that excessive intake may cause menstrual irregularities and lead to endometriosis.

It is important to be mindful of sticking to the recommended daily intake.
The daily intake amount varies depending on the product, so it is important to be aware of the amount of each product you take.

The upper limit of safe daily intake of soy isoflavones is 70-75mg, of which the upper limit of intake from foods for specified health uses and supplements is 30mg (reported by the Food Safety Commission in 2006). In terms of boiled beans, this is equivalent to 100g, which is a considerable amount.

GRØN's soy protein contains superfoods such as vitamins and minerals that are effective for beauty and health, making it the perfect protein for those who have an unbalanced diet or who want to become beautiful from the inside out.
Let's live a life that focuses on protein, which means ``the most important thing,'' and keep our bodies in shape.

Protein Blend Green Monster 20g / 320 yen (excluding tax)

Protein Blend Red Heat 20g / 320 yen (excluding tax)

Pancake Mix & Protein 227g / 900 yen (excluding tax)

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Nutritionist, Food Education Instructor, Food 6th Industrialization Producer Level 4
Ayako Ishihara

A nutritional advisor in the healthcare field and an agribusiness professional.
She is involved in a variety of activities specializing in the fields of beauty and health, including giving lectures to Miss World Japan candidates.

With the philosophy of "enriching the mind and body through food and realizing a vibrant society where people and communities are connected," he founded i-Field Co., Ltd. in 2013 and serves as its representative.
He is a core member of the food team for "DINING OUT," which opens outdoor restaurants in various regions, and also participates in fashion brand projects.
She is also involved in the promotion of local ingredients, product development and production specializing in "health" and "beauty," branding, concept design, food hygiene, sales promotion, training planning and management, etc. She is in charge of nutritional supervision for GRØN's product development, proposing ways to incorporate them more effectively into consumer health.

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