Vol. 12, Issue 6 (2023)

Author(s):
Aanchal

Abstract:
This review is a summary of nutritional and health benefits of soybean and its developed food. The important soy components that show biological activity are proteins or peptides, saponins, isoflavones, and protease inhibitors. There are many researches which shows that their consumption is effective in reducing total cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, oxidative stress, osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus, blood pressure, cancer-related issues and also alleviate menopause symptoms. This review elaborates the nutritional value of soybean and its products and their potential role in prevention and treatment of various chronic diseases.