TOFU : Plant based protein rich food

It is low in calories.

Tofu is also known as Bean curd.

It is vegan

Tofu is plant based calcium rich food.

It is rich in antioxidants

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Varieties of Tofu 

1: Unpressed / Fresh Tofu .

2: Processed Tofu

It is very Soft because it is submerged in water 

It is very firm because water is extracted from fresh tofu

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Nutritional value of Tofu 

Protein Fiber Carbohydrates Iron Calcium Selenium Magnesium Potassium  Phosphorous vitamin B  Vitamin C

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How to make tofu

Tofu is made up of soya bean.

Prepare soya milk:  First we have to clean, soak the soya bean & then grind it in water.

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How to make tofu

Make a curd:  Soya milk is further filtered, boiled & coagulated to form curd.

Prepare tofu:  Soya bean curd is then pressed to make tofu cubes.

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Health benefits of tofu

Reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases

Keeps your skin healthy

Reduces the risk of prostate cancer

Helps to control blood sugar level

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Health benefits of tofu

Helps women in menopause

Reduces the risk of Osteoporosis

Improve kidney health

Helps to build muscles

Prevent anemia

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Uses of tofu

Tofu is used to make smoothies, desserts,salad, soup, sandwiches, burger

It can be use to prepare creamy sauces

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Side effects of tofu

one should include tofu in a moderate way. If you consume it in excess it has side effects on your body too.

Let's see the side effects of Tofu:

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Side effects of tofu

People with weak thyroid function should avoid tofu, as it has goitrogen content

Women with estrogen -sensitive breast tumors should avoid consuming it, as its poor hormonal effect