Does yuba have high nutritional value? The efficacy of yuba

Yuba, also known as tofu skin, is a traditional food of the Han nationality. Yuba not only has a unique taste, but also contains rich nutritional value. Bean curd sticks have extremely high nutritional value. They can prevent osteoporosis and promote growth and development. They are a food suitable for the elderly and children.

1. Nutritional value of yuba

1. Yuba is rich in protein and low in water; it also contains nutrients similar to soybeans, such as soybean protein, dietary fiber and carbohydrates.

2. Bean curd contains a variety of minerals, which can supplement calcium, prevent osteoporosis caused by calcium deficiency, and promote bone development. It concentrates the essence of soybeans and is the nutritional champion among soy products.

3. Nutritional data show that the protein content of every 100 grams of soy milk, tofu, and yuba is 1.8 grams, 8.1 grams, and 44.6 grams respectively; while the water content is 96 grams, 82.8 grams, and 7.9 grams respectively. It is not difficult to see that yuba is rich in protein and low in water. This is because it is dried during the production process, absorbing its essence and concentrating the nutrients in soy milk.

2. The efficacy and function of yuba

1. Prevent cardiovascular disease

The lecithin contained in yuba can remove cholesterol attached to the blood vessel walls, prevent blood vessel sclerosis, prevent cardiovascular disease, and protect the heart.

2. Promote growth and development

It prevents osteoporosis caused by calcium deficiency, promotes bone development, and is extremely beneficial to the bone growth of children and the elderly.

3. Prevent Alzheimer’s disease

Bean curd sticks have a good brain-enhancing effect and can prevent the occurrence of Alzheimer's disease. This is because the glutamate content in yuba is very high, 2 to 5 times that of other beans or animal foods, and glutamate plays an important role in brain activity.

3. Yuba can quickly replenish energy

Yuba has a strong bean flavor and compared with other soy products, it has the highest energy, protein, fat and vitamin E. Eating before and after exercise can quickly replenish energy and provide the protein needed for muscle growth. Bean curd sticks are rich in protein and have high nutritional value. The lecithin they contain can remove cholesterol attached to the blood vessel walls, prevent vascular sclerosis, prevent cardiovascular diseases, and protect the heart. They contain a variety of minerals, supplement calcium, prevent osteoporosis caused by calcium deficiency, promote bone development, and are extremely beneficial for bone growth in children and the elderly. They are also rich in iron and are easily absorbed by the human body, and have a certain effect on iron deficiency anemia.