From edamame, tempeh, and tofu to soy milk, TVP, and veggie burgers- there’s a lot of soy out there! Chelsea LeBlanc Jones, RDN, has developed a soy-based foods guide that teaches you about the different types of soy, where you can find them, their health qualities, and how to cook with them.

I’ve spent a great deal of my time and energy as a nutrition professional encouraging my clients, particularly men, to pursue a greater variety in their protein choices. I do this, of course, with their best health in mind and with the knowledge that each family of protein-containing foods carries with it unique and diverse […]

There are a relatively limited number of foods that contain significant amounts of complete plant-based protein, and soy foods such as tofu, tempeh, edamame, and soymilk are high on that list. Let’s take a closer look at its value from the nutrition and muscle-building perspective.

Headlines blare that a food will cure cancer, a dietary pattern will help you live longer, or a nutrient will cause disease. But what does the science say? Rather than worrying about whether a headline might be misinformation or disinformation, first we have to know what the information is. The original research article (or at […]

Gout is an extremely common form of inflammatory arthritis, affecting 4% of the U.S. population. Men, particularly as they age, are much more likely to sufferer from gout. More recent and troubling data suggest that the global incidence of gout has increased substantially, from 38.7 to 45.9 per 100,000, in the 15-39 year old demographic […]

As someone who deals with this topic on a near-daily basis, I appreciate more than most the significant public interest surrounding the consumption of soy-based foods and their influence on male testosterone levels. All roads of inquiry lead to one question – Does soy lower testosterone? Certainly, there is a portion of the population who […]

At MorningStar Farms®, we choose soy as our main protein source because it’s a high-quality protein and has a neutral flavor profile that acts as the perfect canvas for creating delicious plant-based foods. We’ve been on a plant-based journey since 1974 and believe that great tasting, nutritious, and environmentally conscious meal choices are a delicious […]

If you think you or someone you love might have a soy allergy, you’re in the right place. This post covers the prevalence of soy allergy and what the current research says for both adults and children. While we will discuss the current understanding of the science, it’s always important to speak with your medical […]

Feast your eyes upon my newest stir fry creation! If you’ve been following me for a while, you know stir-fries are a staple in my kitchen. We eat them at least once a week (sometimes more) and this time I’m putting soyfoods front and center. I partnered with the team at Soy Connection, the Soy […]

As a registered dietitian and board-certified specialist in sports dietetics, I am all about communicating the importance of consistency, quality and quantity of foods to eat to strategize, optimize and realize goals. To be strong, go long, restore to do more… it is important to get the most out of food choices. With many of […]