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  NationMaster - Encyclopedia: Soy milk
Soy milk (also called soya milk or soybean milk) and sometimes referred to as soy drink/beverage is a beverage made from soy beans originating from China.
Soy milk is free of the milk sugar (lactose) and is a good choice for people who are lactose intolerant.
Soy milk is served hot or cold and is often flavored with soy sauce and vegetables to produce a spicy soup.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Soy-milk   (495 words)

  
 Soy Milk - storing soy milk, quick homemade soy milk, soy milk tips
Soy milk is a rich, creamy "milk" made by pressing the liquid from ground soybeans.
Soy milk is available in regular and low-fat varieties, and some brands are fortified with calcium, vitamin D and/or vitamin B-12.
Soy milk may be drunk as a beverage or substituted for dairy milk in most recipes.
www.thumboilseed.com /soy-milk.htm   (349 words)

  
 Soymilk on soyfoods.com
It is served hot or cold and is often sweetened for a delightful beverage or flavored with soy sauce, onion and vegetables to produce a spicy soup.
Soy is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Soy is not a substitute for prescription medication, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or any other medical treatment.
www.soyfoods.com /soyfoodsdescriptions/soymilk.html   (628 words)

  
  Soy milk?
Soy milk is made by soaking soybeans, grinding them with water.
Soy milk is free of the milk sugar (lactose) and is a good choice for people who are lactose intolerant.
Soy milk is served hot or cold and is often flavored with soy sauce and vegetables to produce a spicy soup.
www.soya.be /soy-milk.php   (439 words)

  
  Soy Milk
Plain soy milk can be used as a base for cream soups or sauces, or as a substitute for dairy milk in most baked goods.
Soy milks are 100% percent lactose-free and are suitable for those with
Soy milk is available in plain and flavored varieties, and in low-fat, fat-free, and fortified versions.
www.gianteagle.com /healthnotes/Food_Guide/Soy_Milk.htm   (346 words)

  
 Soy Milk Maker Soymilk Machine
Independent soy milk maker tests at the University of Illinois have determined that the SoyMilker/Soyajoy soy milk maker is the best soy milk maker on the market.
The SoyMilker, Soyajoy and Soyajoy II soy milk machine does all the work (heats the water to proper temperature, grinds the soybeans several times, and lets you know when the soy milk is ready (about 15 minutes).
The Soyajoy soy milk maker is identical to the SoyMilker stainless steel model with the exception of the name.
www.naturestapestry.com /soymilk.html   (443 words)

  
 Soy milk at AllExperts
Soy milk originated in China, a region where soybean was native and used as food long before the existence of written records.
soy milk, that are used primarily in the case of lactose intolerant children, those allergic to cow's milk or parental preference for a vegetarian or vegan diet (though there are currently no soy formulas on the market which are completely vegan).
Soy milk is used in many kinds of Japanese Cooking, such as in making yuba as well as sometimes a base soup for nabemono.It is quite popular in Japan right now, and can be found in an array of foods for its healthy qualities.
en.allexperts.com /e/s/so/soy_milk.htm   (2636 words)

  
 WISHH : Humanitarian: Soy Milk   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Soy milk is a smart choice for anyone seeking to limit their cholesterol, fat, or sodium intake, and for those who want to reduce or eliminate lactose from their diets.
Soy milk also is sold as a powder to be mixed with water.
Soy milk may be found in a variety of flavors such as chocolate, vanilla and carob.
www.wishh.org /whysoy/soymilk.html   (1087 words)

  
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But soy milk drinkers might be surprised to learn that soy milk was originally considered nothing more than a step in the process of making tofu.
And since soy milk doesn't exist naturally in nature, it is, and always has been, a processed food.
Non-fermented soy products like tofu, soy milk and meatless foods made from textured vegetable protein also contain phytic acid, one of many anti-nutrients it's wise to avoid at all costs.
www.mercola.com /2006/dec/14/soy-milk-is-unhealthy.htm   (1172 words)

  
 Soy Foods and Health
Soy, a versatile bean used mostly in Asia, is found in foods like soy milk, soy sauce, miso (soybean paste), tempeh (which is kind of like a soy cake), and tofu.
For example, soy milks may not be as good a source of calcium as regular cow's milk: Soy milks need to be fortified with calcium.
When selecting soy foods, the FDA recommends checking food labels to ensure that the food is an adequate source of soy protein and is low in saturated fat and cholesterol.
kidshealth.org /teen/food_fitness/nutrition/soy.html   (624 words)

  
 Welcome
Made from soy beans (no cows involved), soy milk is often used in place of dairy milk as a refreshing drink, over breakfast cereal and in coffee.
Soy milk has long been a popular choice for people who are lactose intolerant or prefer to avoid animal products.
Soy milk is loaded with vitamins and minerals your body needs to maintain peak health.
getsoymilk.com /information.php?info_id=22   (716 words)

  
 Cultured Soy Milk or Soy Yogurt
Soy milk and store-bought yogurt are combined in a large jar or bowl.
If you are using refrigerated soy milk, then you may want to heat it briefly on the stove or in the microwave, to take the chill off of it.
Since most store-bought soy milk is already sweetened and flavored with vanilla, the yogurt made from it is already vanilla yogurt.
www.hillbillyhousewife.com /soyyogurt.htm   (1524 words)

  
 Soy Milk vs. Cow's Milk on MedicineNet.com
People who are worried about soy formula fear that these substances could interfere with a child's development and even cause early puberty, thyroid problems, breast development in male children, or other difficulties.
Soy formulas, which contain plant proteins and glucose or sucrose (rather than lactose), have changed greatly since they were first introduced.
The quality of protein in cow's milk formulas is a bit better than that in soy, but neither type is as good as that in breast milk, says the AAP.
www.medicinenet.com /script/main/art.asp?articlekey=51615   (1049 words)

  
 Making Tofu and Soy Milk at Home -- Ellen's Kitchen - faqs
The soy mik maker machine really does make it easier because without it you have to grind hot/boiling water and soaked soybeans together by hand to make a mild flavored milk.
After the soy slurry in the cheese cloth has cooled to a safe temperature to avoid burning your hands, rinse raw okara with 1/2 cup boiled water and hand squeeze the cheese cloth to extract as much of the remaining soymilk as possible.
Soy controversies: only fermented and precipitated soy products are traditional foods in the Orient.
www.ellenskitchen.com /faqs/tofumilk.html   (3484 words)

  
 Milk Allergy in Infants
Most children who are allergic to cow's milk also react to goat's milk and sheep's milk, and some of them are also allergic to the protein in soy milk.
A milk allergy is not the same thing as lactose intolerance, the inability to digest the sugar lactose, which is rare in infants and more common among older kids and adults.
If your infant can't tolerate soy, the doctor may have you switch to a hypoallergenic formula, one in which the proteins are broken down into particles so that the formula is less likely to trigger an allergic reaction.
www.kidshealth.org /parent/medical/allergies/milk_allergy.html   (1055 words)

  
 Soy Products, Low Fat Soy Foods: Soy Milk, Soy Flour, Soy Beans
Richard Lewis, 17, whose father raises beef cattle in South Dakota, tried soy burgers for the first time recently and thought "they tasted like the real thing." Nathan Harford, 16, doesn’t like the taste of plain tofu because it's "blah," but he thinks soy nuts and shakes made with soymilk are pretty good.
Teen girls who eat soy products may be reducing their risk of getting breast cancer later in life by as much at 50 percent.
This proposal is based on the agency's determination that soy protein, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of CHD.
www.soyproducts.com   (477 words)

  
 Soy Allergy
Soy allergies are particularly common in infants and young children, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
Soy is botanically related to peas, green beans, peanuts and carob as they are all legumes.
Since soy is one of the top 8 food allergens in the USA the good news is that there is a labeling law requiring that if soy is an ingredient in a product, it must be listed on the label.
www.allergicchild.com /soy_allergies.htm   (746 words)

  
 Not Milk and Uncheese: the Udder Alternatives
Sales of soy milks came to nearly $600 million in 2001 and are projected to reach $1 billion by 2005.
Soy milk drinkers might be startled to learn that the Chinese did not traditionally value soy milk.
The worst problems were: the darker, dirty-looking color of some brands of soy milk (compared to the white of dairy milk); chalky mouth feel; musty or burnt protein odors; and, beany and bitter aftertastes.
www.westonaprice.org /soy/soy_milkcheese.html   (2469 words)

  
 Soy bean milk recipes
Soy bean milk is a healthy alternative to regular milk.
Soy milk is perfect for people who are lactose intolerant, for vegetarians, for those who are allergic to animal milk, and for those who are suffering from diarrhea.
A good reason why you should make your own soy milk is that the milk you make at home will not contain any added preservatives (not to mention it is cheaper to make it yourself).
idid.essortment.com /soymilkrecipes_pzm.htm   (462 words)

  
 Soy Milk Makers at LivingRight.com
Since soy is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, the same beneficial substance found in fish, it helps to maintain a good level of HDL cholesterol.
This is why the FDA claims that 25 grams of soy protein a day can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.
While the exact medical benefits of soy are constantly being evaluated, studies have shown that Asian countries where soy is a staple have lower rates of certain diseases, such as breast cancer.
soymilkmakers.livingright.com   (98 words)

  
 Time for Kids | News | Got Soy Milk?
Concerned about kids who have trouble drinking regular milk, a group of doctors is now asking the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide soy milk as part of the national school lunch program.
Soy milk is not currently provided in the school lunch program, but the USDA will pay school districts back if a student presents a note from their doctor stating that they can only have soy milk.
Soy milk comes from soybeans and does not have the lactose sugar.
www.timeforkids.com /TFK/news/story/0,6260,386569,00.html   (363 words)

  
 Soy milk allergy definition - Allergies: allergy symptoms, treatment, and medications by MedicineNet.com
Soy milk allergy: Soy protein formulas contain no cow milk and are therefore reasonable alternatives for infants with true cow milk allergy.
However, some infants have allergy to both cow milk and soy proteins.
These infants require a formula in which the cow milk protein (casein) has been "predigested" and specific amino acids added to provide a formula that can provide proper nutrition.
www.medterms.com /script/main/art.asp?articlekey=10820   (172 words)

  
 Soy Milk
Use plain soy milk as a base for cream soups or sauces, or as a substitute for milk in most baked goods.
Soy milk will keep for seven to ten days; refrigerate after opening.
Soy milk is available in plain and flavored varieties, and in low-fat, fat-free, and fortified versions.
www.pccnaturalmarkets.com /health/Food_Guide/Soy_Milk.htm   (181 words)

  
 GourmetSleuth - Have You Heard About Soy?
Soy does however contain fat so it is important to purchase lower fat soy products to reduce the overall fat intake in your diet.
Soy is a natural source of dietary fiber which decreases the risk for colon cancer.
Unfortunately soy in many other forms is being added to prepared foods in everything from hamburger buns to soups, sauces and frozen entrees.
www.gourmetsleuth.com /soy.htm   (1296 words)

  
 Q'Tessence Premium Automatic Soy Milk Maker
High-quality soy protein is considered equal to that of poultry and milk.
Soy milk and okara (the soy fiber remaining after making soymilk) are good sources of isoflavones.
Omega-3 fatty acids, found in soy, flax, and fish, are being studied for their ability to lower the risk of heart disease and even cancer.
www.zaccardis.com /soy-milk-maker.html   (748 words)

  
 CNN.com - Food fight: Soy pushes for space in schools - Mar. 3, 2003
Soybean growers and the soy foods industry are pushing the government to reimburse schools that decide to offer soy milk as well as cow's milk.
Steve Demos, president of White Wave, which makes Silk soy milk, said he is puzzled by the dairy industry's opposition to offering soy milk in schools.
Soy groups want the Agriculture Department to establish nutritional standards for soy milk in schools that would require it to be fortified with Vitamins A, D and calcium.
www.cnn.com /2003/EDUCATION/03/03/school.soy.milk.ap/index.html   (786 words)

  
 Making Soy Milk (Milking the Soy Bean, Part 1) | Just Hungry
I have been making my own tofu and soy milk off and on for a while now, and each time it feels like a wonderfully geeky thing to be doing.
Since one reason for making our own soy milk is because it's (we hope) healthier, it makes sense to use organic, non-genetically-engineered soy beans; a tad more expensive than ordinary soy beans, but worth it just for the ease of mind.
I didn’t think that one can make their own soy milk, this is amazing :) Can’t wait for the tofu lesson… maybe if you have time you could add a little info on how to make abura-age and what kind of tofu is needed for it (silk or cotton).
www.justhungry.com /2006/03/milking_the_soy.html   (2224 words)

  
 Soy Milk
Made from ground soybeans, filtered water, and a small amount of brown rice sweetener, soy milk has a richer flavor and texture than other dairy-free milk and substitutes well for low-fat or whole milk.
Soy milk is 100% percent lactose-free and is suitable for those with dairy sensitivities.
Soy milk is a poorer source of isoflavones (phytoestrogens) than are miso, tofu, or tempeh.
www.publix.com /wellness/notes/Display.do?id=Food_Guide&childId=Soy_Milk   (368 words)

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