A Million Benefits Of Tofu For Children
Made from soybeans, tofu or what we usually call tofu are rich foods
nutrition and of course delicious. No wonder so many children love it.
What are the benefits of tofu?
– Rich in protein and cholesterol free. The quality of protein tofu is almost as great as meat and milk. Also, unlike many other protein sources, tofu is low in saturated fat and is cholesterol free.
Every 100 grams of tofu can contain about 6 – 10 grams of protein content which meets 18% of the body’s need for protein (depending on the type of tofu. Solid tofu is richer in protein than silk tofu).
– Energy sources. Tofu is a good source of iron. Every 100 grams of tofu provides 30% of what the body needs per day. Well, the iron in this tofu combines with the hemoglobin in the body which helps the process of circulating and releasing oxygen throughout the body which then produces new energy. Tofu also contains 10% of the body’s need for copper. This mineral is needed by the body so that iron can work properly in red blood cells.
– Get the calcium content. Experts even suggest consuming tofu to meet the body’s need for calcium. Calcium in tofu can meet 10% of the body’s need for calcium, which can prevent bone-related diseases. Recent research even states that the isoflavones in tofu can strengthen bone density.
So, in order to get optimal tofu properties, you also need to know how to carefully store tofu. Make sure the tofu you choose is fresh, odorless, and not sour. Silk tofu is generally well packaged which you should eat right away when you open the package.
Meanwhile, when buying solid tofu, make sure to wash it when you get home, and store it in the refrigerator in a container that you have given water, so that the tofu can last up to about a week. You can serve tofu by frying, sauteing, grilling, and grilling for your family’s healthy diet.
If you want to turn tofu or tofu into a delicious dish for your little one, read the collection of recipes in the ‘Cook, let’s!’ Column. in the November 2011 issue of Parenting magazine.
Also read: The Miracle of Carrots
