Tofu is very high in both nutritional and medicinal value. Qi Yumei, head of the Nutrition Department at the Third Center Hospital, introduced that tofu is the best source of plant protein and has the reputation of "plant meat". The phytosterols in tofu can lower cholesterol, inhibit the occurrence of colon cancer, and prevent cardiovascular diseases. In addition, the soy lecithin in tofu is also beneficial to the development and growth of the nervous system, blood vessels, and brain.
The best pairings for tofu
NO. 1 Tofu + Fish Complementing Each Other The protein in tofu lacks methionine and lysine, while fish lacks phenylalanine. When eaten together, the protein composition becomes more balanced and the nutritional value is higher.
NO. 2 Tofu + Kelp Preventing Iodine Deficiency The saponin component in tofu promotes fat metabolism and prevents arteriosclerosis; however, it can easily lead to iodine deficiency in the body. Eating it with kelp can avoid this problem.
NO. 3 Tofu + Radish Preventing Indigestion Tofu is rich in plant protein, but eating too much can cause indigestion. Radish aids digestion, so eating it with radish can eliminate this drawback.