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A recent survey by Solae, St. Louis, MO, shows that among adults ages 35-65, heart health is their top concern, followed by maintaining an active lifestyle and a healthy weight. While a variety of conditions can affect adults as they age, the three main causes of death are heart disease, cancer and stroke. Solae’s survey showed that 83% of adults were concerned about heart health and 75% listed weight maintenance as a top concern. Older consumers (50-65) were more likely to have high concern around heart health, maintaining an active lifestyle and cholesterol.
“This age group can benefit from the unique benefits of soy protein,” said Ratna Mukherjea, PhD nutrition group lead at Solae. “Soy protein is a high-quality plant protein that supports healthy maintenance of lean muscle mass while also providing heart health benefits that animal proteins do not offer.
Soy protein can decrease total LDL cholesterol and may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease when consumed as a diet low in cholesterol and saturated fats. In 1999 the FDA issued a health claim for soy protein saying: “25 grams of soy protein a day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.”
“This age group can benefit from the unique benefits of soy protein,” said Ratna Mukherjea, PhD nutrition group lead at Solae. “Soy protein is a high-quality plant protein that supports healthy maintenance of lean muscle mass while also providing heart health benefits that animal proteins do not offer.
Soy protein can decrease total LDL cholesterol and may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease when consumed as a diet low in cholesterol and saturated fats. In 1999 the FDA issued a health claim for soy protein saying: “25 grams of soy protein a day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.”