Ray Dostal, Plant Superintendent, Cargill, BloomingtonJulie Dostal, MS,RD,CDE

February 8, 2010

Ray Dostal, Plant Superintendent, Cargill, BloomingtonJulie Dostal, MS,RD,CDE

February 8, 2010

Recognize 4 reasons for including soy beans in meals and snacks:4.Nutrition5.Health6.Flavor7.Readily Available

Recognize 4 reasons for including soy beans in meals and snacks:4.Nutrition5.Health6.Flavor7.Readily Available

2005 Food Guide Pyramid

Per ounce Calories= 35 - 100 Protein= 7 grams 1 -10 grams Fat 1- 7 grams Saturated

Fat No Fiber

¼ cup cooked dry beans= 1 ounce meat

Calories = 50 Protein = 4 grams Fat = 2 grams Saturated Fat = Zero Monounsaturated Fat =.5 gm Polyunsaturated Fat = .8 gm Fiber = 2 grams

Soy Beans

Vegetable Subgroup

Recommended Amount

Women 51+ years 2 cups vegetables per day

Men 51+ years 2 ½ cups vegetables per day

3 cups per week 2 cups per week 3 cups per week 3 cups per week 6 ½ cups per week

Soy beans are heart-healthy, nutritious foodsthat provide nutrients--

fiber, potassium, and magnesium—often lacking in American diets. You can find them at the grocery store, and they taste good!