Is Tofu good for you?

    Protein

    Builds Muscle

    An excellent source of protein, used for building and repairing tissues.

    Iron

    Boosts Oxygen Circulation

    Helps in the creation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body.

    Calcium

    Makes Bones Stronger

    Helps build strong bones and teeth. Calcium also helps your muscles contract properly, and aids blood clotting.

    Magnesium

    Boosts Energy Production

    Magnesium helps convert food into energy. Also helps promote good bone health by supporting the production of certain hormones.

    Fiber

    Improves Digestion

    Known to help reduce inflammation in the gut and improve digestion.

    Thiamin (B1)

    Boosts Energy and Metabolism

    Thiamin helps break down and release energy from carbs. It's also beneficial for proper functioning of the nervous system, brain, muscles, heart, and digestive system.

    Zinc

    Fights Bacteria & Viruses

    Zinc also helps wounds heal properly, aids our sense of taste and smell, and ensures proper development during pregnancy.

    Lowers Cholestorol

    Healthy Heart

    Shown to be part of a low-cholestorol diet, helping to keep your heart healthy.

    Vitamin K

    Good for Blood & Bones

    Improves blood clotting and wound healing, and helps keep bones strong and healthy.

    Fatty Acids

    Strengthens Vision and Brain Function

    Helps maintain good overall health, providing essential fatty acids that our body cannot produce itself.

    Vitamin B6

    Improves Energy Levels

    Vitamin B6 is important in helping your body store energy from protein and carbs. It's also critical to maintaining healthy levels of oxygen in your blood.

    Phosphorus

    Keeps Organs Healthy

    Essential for good organ functionality, maintaining the nervious system, and strong bones.

    Folate (B9)

    Boosts Blood Cells & Energy Production

    Needed for the formation of red and white blood cells in the bone marrow, the conversion of carbohydrates into energy and the production of DNA and RNA.

    Nutrients

    Nutritional value in a decent block of Tofu...
    (% RDA in 150g)

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    Absent Nutrients: Vitamin C, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Fatty acids, Cholesterol, Caffeine

    Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) % shown for adult females, as published by the NHS (UK).

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