Soy Across the Lifespan

BENEFITS OF SOY across the LIFESPAN Soy is a high-quality protein with a variety of health benefits. It is the only widely available plant source of protein that is considered a complete protein, comparable in protein quality to milk, eggs and other animal proteins. 10 to 14% of infants are allergic to cow's milk.' All formulas, including soy formulas, are fortified with vitamins and minerals essential to a Soy milk formulated with soy protein can deliver nutrition comparable to dairy milk and is an alternative for children with dairy allergies. ADOLESCENCE INFANCY child's growth and development.? Protein is important during times of rapid growth. Soy protein meets the amino acid needs of children. 3 ADULTHOOD Soy protein, as part of a calorie controlled diet, can aid in weight management by helping you feel fuller, longer. Including soy in a post-workout recovery routine can help build and maintain muscle 35.7% of Americans are obese.4 High quality proteins, including soy protein, help kids feel full longer and may provide additional benefits in helping kids stay focused and attentive. mass. 90% of adults don't meet their fiber requirements. Soy fiber can help meet daily fiber needs of aging adults. After the age of 30, adults begin to lose 3 to 8% of muscle mass per HEALTHY AGING Soy protein provides all the essential amino acids decade. 25 grams of soy protein a day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, can decrease LDL and total cholesterol levels, which may reduce the risk of heart disease.7 required for post-exercise recovery.5 Within the next two decades, 1 in every 3 Americans will be 65 or older. ENJOY SOY Wondering how much soy protein is in the foods you enjoy? 1/2 cup of edamame 10 grams of soy protein 1 cup of soymilk = 7 grams of soy protein Soy protein bar 8 grams of soy protein Veggie burger 8 grams of soy protein Soy protein shake 20 grams of soy protein 1, 2. http://www.soyconnection.com/health_nutrition/pdf/soy-for-infants-children-adolescents.pdf., 3. Duffy, R. The American Dietetic Association's Complete Food & Nutrition Guide. 1998, New York, NY., 4. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/17/obesity-rates-stall-but-no-decline/, 5. http://www.foodproductdesign.com/news/2012/04/protein-blend-fuels-post-workout-muscle- building.aspx, 6. Timmerman KL. and E. Volpi, Amino acid metabolism and regulatory effects in aging. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care, 2008. 11(1): p. 45-9, 7. http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/ scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=101.82, 8. Fulgoni, V. et al., Modeling dietary fiber intakes in U.S. adults in National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2003-2006 FASEB J, 2010: p.745.1. Solae Follow us! www.Twitter.com/SolaelLC www.Facebook.com/SolaelLC www.LinkedIn.com/company/Solae-LLC © 2012, Solae, LLC. All rights reserved. BENEFITS OF SOY across the LIFESPAN Soy is a high-quality protein with a variety of health benefits. It is the only widely available plant source of protein that is considered a complete protein, comparable in protein quality to milk, eggs and other animal proteins. 10 to 14% of infants are allergic to cow's milk.' All formulas, including soy formulas, are fortified with vitamins and minerals essential to a Soy milk formulated with soy protein can deliver nutrition comparable to dairy milk and is an alternative for children with dairy allergies. ADOLESCENCE INFANCY child's growth and development.? Protein is important during times of rapid growth. Soy protein meets the amino acid needs of children. 3 ADULTHOOD Soy protein, as part of a calorie controlled diet, can aid in weight management by helping you feel fuller, longer. Including soy in a post-workout recovery routine can help build and maintain muscle 35.7% of Americans are obese.4 High quality proteins, including soy protein, help kids feel full longer and may provide additional benefits in helping kids stay focused and attentive. mass. 90% of adults don't meet their fiber requirements. Soy fiber can help meet daily fiber needs of aging adults. After the age of 30, adults begin to lose 3 to 8% of muscle mass per HEALTHY AGING Soy protein provides all the essential amino acids decade. 25 grams of soy protein a day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, can decrease LDL and total cholesterol levels, which may reduce the risk of heart disease.7 required for post-exercise recovery.5 Within the next two decades, 1 in every 3 Americans will be 65 or older. ENJOY SOY Wondering how much soy protein is in the foods you enjoy? 1/2 cup of edamame 10 grams of soy protein 1 cup of soymilk = 7 grams of soy protein Soy protein bar 8 grams of soy protein Veggie burger 8 grams of soy protein Soy protein shake 20 grams of soy protein 1, 2. http://www.soyconnection.com/health_nutrition/pdf/soy-for-infants-children-adolescents.pdf., 3. Duffy, R. The American Dietetic Association's Complete Food & Nutrition Guide. 1998, New York, NY., 4. http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/01/17/obesity-rates-stall-but-no-decline/, 5. http://www.foodproductdesign.com/news/2012/04/protein-blend-fuels-post-workout-muscle- building.aspx, 6. Timmerman KL. and E. Volpi, Amino acid metabolism and regulatory effects in aging. Curr Opin Clin Nutr Metab Care, 2008. 11(1): p. 45-9, 7. http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/ scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?fr=101.82, 8. Fulgoni, V. et al., Modeling dietary fiber intakes in U.S. adults in National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2003-2006 FASEB J, 2010: p.745.1. Solae Follow us! www.Twitter.com/SolaelLC www.Facebook.com/SolaelLC www.LinkedIn.com/company/Solae-LLC © 2012, Solae, LLC. All rights reserved.